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72-year-old hiker dies after collapsing on challenging Hong Kong trail Police were alerted on Sunday morning to incident involving 72-year-old man surnamed Kwok at Ap Lei Chau’s Yuk Kwai Shan, known for sea views An elderly man has died after collapsing while hiking on a scenic yet notoriously challenging hill in southern Hong Kong. Police received a report at 9.13am on Sunday from a passer-by regarding the 72-year-old man surnamed Kwok, who collapsed at Yuk Kwai Shan on Ap Lei Chau. asserted

who → die → Chau

A Government Flying Service helicopter airlifted Kwok, who was unconscious and had sustained scratches to his head and feet, to Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital in Chai Wan. asserted

who → airlift → Wan

He was later pronounced dead, with the exact cause of death awaiting an autopsy. asserted

cause → pronounce → autopsy

Yuk Kwai Shan, also known as Mount Johnston, is a scenic spot popular for its sea views but is considered a dangerous destination because of its steep terrain, lack of established trails and limited shade. asserted

Shan → know → trails

Police have previously cautioned residents against hiking in the area. asserted

Police → caution → area

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