Police are investigating a traffic accident in which a 62-year-old woman was struck by a truck in Mong Kok and later died in hospital.

The accident happened about 2.40pm today near the junction of Boundary and Poplar Streets. The woman was sent to Kwong Wah Hospital where she was certified dead about 3pm.

Anyone who saw the accident should call Police on 2773 5262 or 2773 5211.