Hong Kong lift accident that injured two people caused by braking system malfunction

Lift Accident

Lift Accident in Hong Kong Source: Liu Tao, Creative Common, Flickr

A freak lift accident that injured two people in Hong Kong was caused by a malfunction in the braking system, it has been revealed.


The government on Saturday released the findings of an investigation into the accident at the Waterside Plaza in Tsuen Wan on April 8, and demanded contractors of all old lifts citywide step up inspections to enhance safety.

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Cheung Mo Ching reports.


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