Press Release

Correctional officers stop remand person in custody attacking staff

Correctional officers at Lai Chi Kok Reception Centre stopped a male remand person in custody attacking staff today (May 15).

At 7.51am today, a 39-year-old male remand person in custody suddenly became emotional and attacked a correctional officer inside the Day Orderly Officer's office. Officers at the scene immediately stopped the assailant and applied OC foam to subdue him after repeated warnings were ignored.

During the incident, the officer reported head discomfort. After examination and treatment by the medical officer at the institution hospital, he was referred to a public hospital for further treatment. The assailant sustained injuries to his arms and face. He did not need to be sent to a public hospital after examination and treatment by the institution Medical Officer.

The case has been reported to the Police for investigation.

The assailant was remanded for the offence of destroying or damaging property in March 2023.

Ends/Monday, May 15, 2023
Issued at HKT 14:00