Fatal traffic accident in Mong Kok
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Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident happened in Mong Kok this afternoon (May 20) in which a woman died.
At 4.50pm, a medium goods vehicle (MGV) driven by a 54-year-old man was travelling along Sai Yee Street towards Argyle Street. Upon approaching 59 Sai Yee Street, it reportedly knocked down an 82-year-old woman who was crossing the road.
The woman was trapped under the MGV and rescued by firemen. Sustaining multiple injuries, the woman was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 6.05pm.
The driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for enquiries.
Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon West is underway.
Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 9062.