2005-11-22 13:07 Police are investigating a traffic accident in which a 59-year-old woman was killed in Chai Wan today (November 22). At about 7.20 am, a public light bus driven by a 61-year-old man was travelling along eastbound of Island Eastern Corridor. Upon reaching near Tai Hong Street, it reportedly knocked down a 59-year-old woman who was crossing the road at a pedestrian crossing. Sustaining serious head injuries, the woman was rushed to Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital where she was certified dead at 10.17 am. Investigations by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island are proceeding. Anyone who has witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3106 8800 or 3106 8848. |