Press Release

Sick person in custody dies in public hospital

A sick 69-year-old male person in custody at Stanley Prison died in a public hospital today (October 3).

The person in custody suffered from heart disease and sepsis. He required continuous medical care and follow-up at the institution hospital and public hospital. On September 14, he was sent to a public hospital for treatment due to physical discomfort. During hospitalisation, his condition deteriorated and he was certified dead at 9.23am today.

The case has been reported to the Police. A death inquest will be held by the Coroner's Court.

The person in custody was sentenced to imprisonment for the offence of trafficking in a dangerous drug in July 2023.

Ends/Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Issued at HKT 13:00