Elderly Pedestrian Hit by Truck in Sha Tin, Driver Arrested
SingTao · 2 SOURCESabout 2 hours ago1 MIN
Summary
An 88-year-old pedestrian was hit by a truck in Sha Tin on the afternoon of August 7, suffering serious injuries that left him temporarily unconscious. The 59-year-old driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing serious bodily harm despite passing alcohol and drug tests .
Key Points
- The incident occurred at approximately 2:55 p.m. on August 7 near the Sha Tin Market on Sha Tin Street East .
- The victim, surnamed Li, aged 88, was crossing the road when the truck's side mirror struck the back right side of his head .
- Li suffered head and left leg injuries, fell into a coma, and was rushed to Prince of Wales Hospital where he later regained consciousness .
- The driver, surnamed Cui, aged 59, passed breathalyzer and rapid oral fluid tests but was arrested for dangerous driving causing serious bodily harm .
- The victim was reportedly carrying groceries in a shopping bag and may have been rushing to hail a taxi when the collision occurred .
Why It Matters
The incident caused temporary traffic congestion near Sha Tin Market, and police are continuing to investigate the exact cause of the accident to determine whether pedestrian or driver behaviour was the primary factor .
The incident caused temporary traffic congestion near Sha Tin Market, and police are continuing to investigate the exact cause of the accident to determine whether pedestrian or driver behaviour was the primary factor .