Authorities are examining a deadly traffic mishap occurred in Tai Po today (September 18) in which a female passed away.

At 3.41 pm, a light items lorry (LGV) driven by a 68-year-old male was taking a trip along On Tai Road southbound. When the LGV turned delegated On Pong Road, it apparently tore down the 72-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the roadway.

Sustaining severe head injury, the female pedestrian was hurried to Prince of Wales Hospital in unconscious state and was licensed dead at 7.10 pm.

The LGV chauffeur was apprehended for unsafe driving triggering death. He is being apprehended for more queries.

Examination by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is underway.

Anybody who saw the mishap or has any info to deal is advised to call the examining officers on 3661 3800.