22 Months' Jail for Hong Kong Driver Who Fatally Struck Student at Traffic Junction The recent sentencing of Ernest Au Yeung, a 32 year old NGO event organizer, to 22 months in prison for causing the death of a 19 year old student at a pedestrian crossing highlights a disturbing aspect of Hong Kong's traffic culture.
Au Yeung's reckless behavior, driving his Tesla Model Y at almost 100km/h to beat an amber light during daylight hours in a densely populated area, is symptomatic of a broader problem that requires more than just punitive measures.
The case is striking in its familiarity, with numerous instances of drivers pushing the limits of speed and safety on Hong Kong's roads in recent years.