"Dark Knight" set death, HK shoot

A special effects technician working on WB's "The Dark Knight" was killed in a crash at a race track south of London.  Details from the AP, via Variety:

The studio said the man, who was not identified, died when a truck carrying a camera platform crashed into a tree while following a stunt vehicle on Monday. Filming on the movie, "The Dark Knight," was not taking place at the time, and no actors were involved in the accident.

The accident took place during a test run at a racetrack near Chertsey, south of London.

The studio said producers, cast and crew "are deeply saddened by this tragedy and their hearts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of the deceased."

Britain's Health and Safety Executive said it was investigating the accident.

In other "DK" news, the production is heading to Hong Kong in November to shoot in the city's business district. Apparently, this is something of a story point that sees Batman leave the confines of Gotham City to fight evil ...