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Traffic accidents reported in Kaohsiung and Tuen Mun Road
In Kaohsiung, Taiwan, a 25-year-old man died following a motorcycle accident in the Sanmin District. On October 11 at approximately 1:30 AM, the rider struck a median strip while navigating a curve on Tong'an 1st Road. Despite being rushed to Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, the individual succumbed to his injuries. Police are investigating the cause and checking for alcohol consumption.
In Hong Kong, a series of traffic accidents on Tuen Mun Road caused significant congestion, with vehicle queues extending over 10 kilometers. On Friday evening, a four-car pileup occurred near the Tiu Keng Station area, injuring five people. The driver of a Lexus involved in the collision released dashcam footage to clarify that the accident was triggered by a vehicle ahead braking suddenly, rather than an unprovoked deceleration. Two subsequent accidents involving a light goods vehicle and other private cars were also reported in the area, though no further serious injuries were noted.
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Kaohsiung City Police Department · Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital · Tuen Mun Road