Fatal traffic accident in Cheung Sha Wan

Police are investigating a traffic accident during which an 84-year-old woman was killed this morning (July 17).

At about 9.45 am, a private car driven by a 23-year-old man was travelling along Tai Po Road towards Sham Shui Po. While approaching outside the old North Kowloon Magistracies' Courts, it reportedly knocked down the 84-year-old woman who was crossing the road.

Sustaining head injuries, the woman was rushed to Caritas Medical Centre where she was certified dead at 10.04 am.

The 23-year-old private car driver was later arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He is still being detained for enquiries.

Investigations by the Special Investigation Team, Traffic, Kowloon West are proceeding.

Anyone who has witnessed the accident or has information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 2773 5258.


Add Police Report No. 2
Issued by PPRB

End/ Tuesday, July 17, 2007