Police have arrested a taxi driver after his car hit two pedestrians and killed one of them in northern Lantau.

The accident occurred at a taxi stand near Fantasy Road at about 2.50pm today.

A 61-year-old man and a 56-year-old man were sent to Princess Margaret Hospital, where the older man later died.

The 59-year-old taxi driver was arrested for dangerous driving.

Witness should call the Police on 3661 1300 or 3661 1348.