Filipino tourist in Hong Kong dies in a tragic road accident
- A 35-year-old Filipino tourist was killed in Hong Kong after being hit by a taxi that lost control
- The tragic accident happened outside Nina Hotel Tseun Wan West, where the victim was standing with his luggage
- The 70-year-old taxi driver, who said he felt dizzy while driving, is now in police custody
- The Philippine Consulate is assisting the victim’s family and coordinating the return of his remains
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A vacation turned tragic for a 35-year-old Filipino tourist in Hong Kong after he was fatally struck by a taxi whose driver lost control of the vehicle.
The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong confirmed the incident and said the victim’s remains are now at Kwai Chung Public Mortuary.
They expressed their deepest condolences to the victim’s family, saying they pray for his eternal rest.
The Consulate is now assisting the family and awaiting their arrival in Hong Kong to help arrange the repatriation of his remains.
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The accident took place outside Nina Hotel Tseun Wan West.
Reports said the victim was carrying his luggage and checking his phone as he stepped out of the building when a taxi suddenly crashed into the hotel’s exterior.
The impact trapped him between the vehicle and the marble columns of the building.
He was rushed to the nearest hospital but was later pronounced dead. The driver, a 70-year-old man, suffered minor injuries and was taken into police custody.
He is now facing charges of suspected dangerous driving causing death.
Authorities said the driver lost control of the taxi after reportedly feeling dizzy while driving.
The investigation into the incident is still ongoing, with the Consulate coordinating closely with Hong Kong authorities to ensure proper handling of the case.
Read PhilSTAR Life's article here to know more about this news.
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