Taxi driver arrested after Sha Tau Kok Road girl crash
Bastillepost · 3 SOURCESabout 2 hours ago2 MIN
Summary
A six-year-old girl was injured after being struck by a taxi on Sha Tau Kok Road near Ma Mei Ha in the early evening on October 31. Police said the taxi had been travelling towards Fanling when it allegedly hit the child as she was crossing the road. The girl suffered head and leg injuries and was taken conscious to Prince of Wales Hospital for treatment. The 44-year-old taxi driver was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm and was being detained for inquiries.
Key Points
- Police received a report at about 5:45pm to shortly before 6pm on October 31 about the crash on the lower section of Ma Mei Ha, Sha Tau Kok Road.
- The taxi was travelling along Sha Tau Kok Road in the direction of Fanling when it allegedly struck the six-year-old girl as she was crossing.
- The child sustained injuries to her head and legs, and ambulance personnel took her to Prince of Wales Hospital while she remained conscious.
- Officers arrested the 44-year-old taxi driver on suspicion of dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm, and he was being held for investigation.
- Police information cited by local media said the driver passed an alcohol breath test; one report identified the girl as Nigerian and the driver by surname Nip.
Why It Matters
The case draws attention to pedestrian safety on busy New Territories roads where vehicles and people crossing can come into close contact. It also shows that a serious injury collision can quickly become a criminal investigation, even when the driver passes an alcohol test.