31-year-old man knocked down by minibus while crossing Clear Water Bay Road at traffic lights

^{Emergency services personnel attend the victim after after he hit by minibus Photo: Internet/social media}

Around 11:50 am yesterday morning (3/10) a traffic accident in Sai Kung left a 31‑year‑old pedestrian, injured after he was reportedly struck by a minibus travelling along Clear Water Bay Road outside Sheung Yeung Village.

When the victim used the traffic lights to cross the road to Sheung Yeung Village, the minibus was was unable to stop in time and hit him. He suffered injuries to his shoulder and back and a fractured hand. He was taken to the hospital by ambulance for treatment.

Initial information indicates the vehicle may have failed to brake in time as the man crossed in accordance with the traffic signal. Police are examining the circumstances of the crash and are taking statements from the 67‑year‑old minibus driver as part of the investigation.