A train has derailed on the East Rail line, where services have been partly closed. Photo: Felix Wong

Hong Kong MTR workers scrambling to restore East Rail line services after derailment, while authorities vow thorough investigations

Eight injured when three carriages come off the track near Hung Hom station during morning commute
Some 200 staff members involved in removal of carriages at site and safety checks

Topic | Hong Kong MTR

Zoe Low , Cannix Yau , Clifford Lee , Chris Lau

Published: 9:14am, 17 Sep, 2019

Updated: 12:08am, 18 Sep, 2019

A train has derailed on the East Rail line, where services have been partly closed. Photo: Felix Wong

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Zoe Low

Zoe Low is a reporter at the Post, joining in 2018. Previously, she was an intern at The News Lens International in Taipei, covering Taiwan-China relations and foreign policy and social issues around Asia, particularly Southeast Asia. She graduated from the London School of Economics and the National Chengchi University in Taiwan.

Cannix Yau

Cannix joined the Post in 2014 after many years in journalism and some years working for legislators. She is interested in issues related to social justice and won SOPA's Excellence in Reporting Award in 2005.

Chris Lau

Chris is a reporter specialising in court and legal affairs in Hong Kong. From criminal justice to constitutional issues, he brings in the latest updates and in-depth analysis on legal issues that affect all aspects of the city. He also covers human rights issues extensively.