Hong Kong cyclist, 55, killed after being hit by van in Sheung Shui, driver arrested

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Emily HungJanuary 18, 2026 at 07:18 AM

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A 55-year-old female cyclist died in Sheung Shui, Hong Kong on Sunday morning after being hit by a van at the junction of Ma Sik Road and Tin Ping Road. The collision occurred around 8:37 am as the van traveled towards Sheung Shui. The cyclist, who sustained serious head injuries, was taken to North District Hospital and pronounced dead at 9:17 am. Police received a report of the incident at 8:41 am and subsequently arrested the van driver. Dashcam footage indicates the cyclist was crossing against a red light at a zebra crossing when the accident occurred. The van, bearing a GoGoVan logo, sustained damage to its windscreen and headlight.

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On Shing Court 40% Ma Sik Road 50% North District Hospital 60% North District 60% GoGoVan 60% Tin Ping Road ×270% Sheung Shui 70% Hong Kong 90%

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cyclist death 100% traffic collision 80% van accident 70% hong kong 60% road safety 50% sheung shui 50% red light 40% zebra crossing 40%

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Hong Kong

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