MANILA, Philippines — A Filipino tourist died after being hit by a taxi in Hong Kong on Tuesday, the Philippine consulate general has reported.
“The consulate general of the Philippines in Hong Kong confirms that a 35-year-old Filipino tourist has died due to injuries sustained in a vehicular accident in Tsuen Wan West on 05 August 2025,” the consulate said yesterday in a statement.
The consulate said the taxi driver involved in the accident is in police custody.
“The consulate general is closely coordinating with the Hong Kong Police Force while the official investigation of the case is ongoing,” it said.
Reports said a taxi suddenly rammed the hotel’s facade, hitting the Filipino tourist.
The victim’s remains are at the Kwai Chung Public Mortuary.
The consulate is currently assisting the victim’s family, who are expected to arrive in Hong Kong soon to arrange the shipment of remains.
