Elderly woman fatally struck by tourist bus in Mong Kok; driver arrested

A 79-year-old woman was fatally struck and run over by a tourist coach on Monday afternoon while crossing Sai Yee Street in Mong Kok, prompting the immediate arrest of the 59-year-old driver on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

The accident occurred shortly after 3pm today near the intersection with Argyle Street as the coach travelled towards Tai Kok Tsui. 

The woman, surnamed Poon, suffered severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by arriving paramedics.

Cardboard sheets, personal belongings, and collectible football cards were scattered across the roadway. 

Police covered the victim’s body with a white sheet and a tent while recovering her identification and beginning their investigation.

The driver, surnamed Wong, remains in custody as the West Kowloon Regional Traffic Special Investigation Team takes charge of the case. 

While officers processed the scene, several lanes of Argyle Street towards Tai Kok Tsui and the entire stretch of Sai Yee Street between Nelson Street and Argyle Street were sealed off, causing heavy traffic congestion in the area.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact investigators at 3661 9062.

(Updated at 7.17pm)