Pedestrian Hit and Slammed by Taxi While Crossing Road on Red Light Hospitalized

On Monday afternoon, a 10-year-old boy was hit and propelled by a taxi while crossing the road on a red light near Lok Ying MTR station. Footage from the internet shows that when the traffic light was red, the boy ran out from the side of the Lok Ying MTR station and crossed the road, resulting in the collision which propelled him. Emergency personnel arrived at the scene and immediately provided first aid to the boy before transporting him to Mary's Hospital.

A 10-year-old boy in Lai King sustained injuries after being hit by a taxi while attempting to cross the road on a red light. The incident occurred at approximately 6 PM on Monday (2nd). Rescue workers were quickly dispatched to the scene where the boy, who had hand and foot scrapes, was conscious and taken to Mary MacKillop Hospital for treatment. According to online footage, the pedestrian crossing lights were red at the time, and multiple vehicles were traveling along Lai King Road towards Mei Foo. A taxi was heading in the same direction and had to avoid an underage pedestrian who emerged from the Lai King MTR station. The taxi could not brake in time and collided with the boy, causing him to cartwheel and fall to the ground. At the moment of impact, shards of the taxi's windshield scattered over the road. Another video shows emergency personnel attending to the boy, lifting him onto a stretcher and providing immediate medical assistance.

Lai King, a residential district, witnessed another unfortunate traffic accident involving a child, highlighting ongoing safety issues in the area. Authorities have expressed concern over the lack of adherence to traffic rules and urged public awareness.

Regularly, there are collisions involving pedestrians, especially children, in Hong Kong. This incident once again raises questions about the enforceability of traffic regulations and the overall safety measures for public spaces. Local transport experts have emphasized the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and improved public education on road safety. Police have confirmed that an investigation is underway to determine the circumstances of the collision and to ensure the safety of other pedestrians.