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Hong Kong fatal traffic accidents rise 44% in first half of 2026, with 63 dead
Hong Kong saw a 44% year-on-year increase in fatal traffic accidents in the first half of 2026, with 59 accidents and 63 deaths, up from 41 accidents and 43 deaths in the same period in 2025. Police noted many cases involved elderly victims and older drivers and supported stricter health check requirements for motorists.
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