Fatal traffic accident in Tuen Mun
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     Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Tuen Mun this morning (April 9) in which a 60-year-old woman died.
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     At 5.56 am, a light goods vehicle driven by a 38-year-old man was travelling along Tuen Hop Street towards Tuen Mun Ferry Pier. When approaching the junction with Tuen Mun Heung Sze Wui Road, it reportedly knocked down the 60-year-old woman who was crossing the road.
     Sustaining serious head injuries, the woman was rushed to Tuen Mun Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 9.42pm.
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     The driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for enquiries.
     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is underway.
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     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 3800.
