Police have arrested a driver after he lost control of his car and his 44-year-old passenger was killed in Lantau North today.

The accident occurred on Magic Road as he was driving towards Sunny Bay at about noon. After he lost control of the car, it rammed into the left side kerb before hitting a tree on the central divider.

Firefighters had to rescue the passenger who was trapped inside the car after the accident. Both the driver and passenger were sent to Princess Margaret Hospital, where the passenger later died.

The driver, aged 40, was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for enquiries.

Witness should call Police on 3661 1346 or 3661 1300.