Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Yuen Long in the small hours today (August 31) in which a 35-year-old man died.

     At about 2.30am, a private car was travelling along Kiu Hing Road towards Tai Tong, while two bicycles ridden by the 35-year-old man and a 25-year-old man were travelling along Kiu Hing Road towards the same direction. When approaching near Muk Kiu Tau Tsuen, the private car reportedly hit the two bicycles from behind.  After the impact, the private car driver left the scene.

     Sustaining serious head injuries, the 35-year-old man was certified dead at scene. The 25-year-old man sustained multiple injuries.  He was rushed to Tuen Mun Hospital in unconscious state.

     Police are looking for the private car driver suspected to be in connection with the case. Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is underway.

     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers at 3661 3818 or 3661 3819.

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     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (August 31) that Kwai Shing Swimming Pool in Kwai Tsing District, closed earlier on due to water pipe burst in the vicinity, has been reopened.

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     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (August 31) that due to big waves, red flag has been hoisted at Clear Water Bay Second Beach in Sai Kung District. Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.

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     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (August 31) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Upper Cheung Sha Beach and Tong Fuk Beach in Islands District.  Beach-goers are advised not to swim at these beaches.

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     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (August 31) that due to big waves, red flag has been hoisted at Shek O Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island.  Beach-goers are advised not to swim at the beach.