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Accidents and personal safety in Hong Kong

Accidents and personal safety in Hong Kong
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Police and Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department personnel search for stray dogs at Pok Wai in Yuen Long. Photo: Kit Lai
Hong Kong society

Cyclist likely bitten by several dogs and died from throat injuries, source says

But government forensic pathologists fear it may ultimately be impossible to determine which exact animals were involved, SCMP told.

Hong Kong

17 injured as minibus hits truck on Hong Kong highway during morning rush

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Hong Kong weather

3 hikers fall ill on Hong Kong trails as temperatures top 33 degrees

Hong Kong International Airport

Private jet flap scare triggers ‘local standby’ at Hong Kong airport

Billionaire-favoured G650 jet reported flap problem as emergency crews were deployed to the runway before the aircraft landed safely.

The Gulfstream G650 is a top-tier ultra-long-range jet costing US$35 million to US$70 million, depending on age and condition. Photo: Handout
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Activist charged after microchipped dog caught in probe into suspected attack

One of five strays caught in Yuen Long was registered to Kent Luk, founder of Paws Guardian Rescue Shelter.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Hong Kong must address the systemic lapses behind hospital lift failures

Authorities must determine how multiple layers of checks failed to stop substandard construction work before it spiralled into a public scandal.

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Hong Kong police

Woman chased by 3 dogs before suspected fatal attack in Hong Kong

Security footage shows woman leaving Yuen Long MTR on shared bike, then being chased by dogs minutes before she was found unconscious.

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The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department and police conducted dog-catching operations in the area on Sunday night. Photo: Handout
The woman was found unconscious on Pok Wai South Road at 12.42am, according to police. Photo: Google Maps
Hong Kong courts

3 firms fined over HK$900,000 each for role in apprentice electrician’s death

Main contractor, two subcontractors found to have played role in fatal electrocution of worker handling wiring for solar panels amid rain.

Hong Kong courts

22 months’ jail for Hong Kong driver who fatally struck student at junction

Court slams Ernest Au Yeung’s reckless behaviour after NGO worker accelerated car to almost 100km/h to beat amber light on his way to work in 2024.

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong court winds up Wang Fuk Court renovation consultant over debt

Will Power Architects, involved in HK$336 million renovation project at estate, is ordered wound up after failing to oppose creditor’s application.

Will Power Architects, which was involved in the renovation project at Wang Fuk Court, has been wound up. Photo: Eugene Lee
The Association for the Rights of Industrial Accident Victims (Hong Kong)

Man dies in fall from scaffolding in 19th fatal construction accident this year

Police say they received a report of a construction worker discovered lying on podium along Yu Chau Street in Sham Shui Po.

The man was declared dead at Caritas Medical Centre. Photo: Edmond So
MTR Corporation

Man, 61, dies in hospital after collapsing on board Hong Kong train

MTR Corp says morning train services along Tsuen Wan line were disrupted to allow passenger to receive urgent medical aid.

Hong Kong

Toddler with heart and brain conditions dies after being found unresponsive

The 23-month-old girl was found without a pulse in a Hong Kong flat and was later certified dead in hospital.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Buildings Department files 259 charges over work at fire-ravaged Hong Kong estate

Charges against two firms, four individuals relate to alleged use of substandard materials and failure to properly supervise repairs.

The fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po in November killed 168 people and displaced nearly 5,000 residents. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong courts

Ex-Hong Kong lawmaker William Wong’s bail extended on 4 traffic offences

He was arrested on suspicion of crashing his car into two parked vehicles while under the influence of alcohol on the CUHK campus.

William Wong is given until November to decide on his plea. Photo: Handout
Road safety in Hong Kong

Fatal cycling accidents in Hong Kong more than double in first half of 2026

From ignoring lights to riding side by side, police flag common cycling offences driving rise in fatal accidents.

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Hong Kong

72-year-old hiker dies after collapsing on challenging Hong Kong trail

Police were alerted on Sunday morning to incident involving 72-year-old man surnamed Kwok at Ap Lei Chau’s Yuk Kwai Shan, known for sea views.

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Hong Kong

Police probe death of Tesla driver after collision on Hong Kong road

Crash along Island Eastern Corridor temporarily closes some Central-bound lanes near North Point Ferry Pier.

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A black Tesla collided with a seven-seater and a third vehicle on Island Eastern Corridor. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

9 children, 5 others injured after 2 buses collide at Hong Kong primary school

Thirteen people sent to hospital, including driver of one of the buses, after accident at Good Hope Primary School cum Kindergarten in Ngau Chi Wan.

Urban planning

Editorial | Hong Kong is right to harness market forces for urban renewal

Plot ratio concessions will encourage developers to rebuild older properties, realigning commercial interests with the city’s development needs.

3 people injured, 4 cats dead after power bank catches fire in Hong Kong flat

Fire breaks out at So Uk Estate in Cheung Sha Wan just before 3am, forcing nearly 80 residents to flee before firefighters extinguish flames at 3.29am.

Firefighters at the scene on Thursday. Photo: Facebook/ 新蘇屋邨
Hong Kong police

Taxi driver killed, 11 others injured as vehicle hits Discovery Bay bus, truck

Crash on Cheung Tung Road involved taxi, truck and bus heading from Discovery Bay to Sunny Bay MTR station.

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The taxi driver was certified dead after being taken to hospital. Photo: Handout
Happy Valley

58 evacuated, woman taken to hospital after fire at Hong Kong flat

Transport Department said Percival Street section closed due to incident, adding traffic in area was heavy.

Hong Kong society

Construction safety design needed to reduce fatal accidents in Hong Kong: experts

City’s poor industrial safety record, including 15 fatalities so far this year, marked by bad habits and broader systemic and planning issues.

Hong Kong

3 elderly people injured after escalator fall at Hong Kong shopping centre

Online photos show fire crews and paramedics at scene as escalator remains temporarily closed.

A 76-year-old man has been sent to hospital after falling on an escalator at Shek Lei Shopping Centre. Photo: Google Maps
Crime in Hong Kong

Man arrested for driving under influence of drugs after 3-vehicle crash

Two hospitalised after accident along Pok Fu Lam Road involving large truck and two light goods vehicles, police say.

The 38-year-old driver of one of the light goods vehicles failed a drug test administered by police at the scene of the accident on Saturday. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Man hospitalised after bamboo scaffolding collapses in Sham Shui Po

Victim suffers head injuries after being trapped under scaffolding on Nam Cheong Street, police say.

Pets in Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong must crack down on irresponsible pet owners

Fatal attacks by two large dogs in a week have sparked concern over public safety guidelines and the deterrent effect of current laws.

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