Truck on Tsuen Kam Road suspected of knocking down motorcyclist before leaving scene; motorcyclist dies after being taken to hospital

A fatal accident occurred on Tsuen Kam Road in Pat Heung at around 9pm last night. A 35-year-old motorcyclist was suspected of being knocked down by the side mirror of a light goods vehicle travelling in the opposite carriageway. The goods vehicle then left the scene. The male motorcyclist was taken to Pok Oi Hospital for treatment and was confirmed dead at around 12am today. The Special Investigation Team of the Traffic Unit, New Territories North Regional Police, is following up on the case and has urged witnesses to call 3661 3800 to provide information.