Operator killed as tower crane collapses at Hong Kong construction site

A tower crane collapsed at a construction site in Kwai Chung in Hong Kong on Thursday afternoon, killing the operator and hitting a vehicle on the ground. The accident occurred at 4.27pm near Pik Kwai House at Kwai Chung Estate. Authorities said they had received multiple reports that vehicles were hit, with possible casualties. Emergency crews are on scene. The male operator was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are investigating. More to follow …

By Danny Mok