Press Release

Sick remand person in custody dies in public hospital

A sick 60-year-old male remand person in custody at Pak Sha Wan Correctional Institution died in a public hospital today (July 21).

The remand person in custody suffered from liver cirrhosis. He required continuous medical care and follow-up treatment at the institution hospital and a public hospital. On July 11, he was sent to a public hospital for treatment due to physical discomfort. During hospitalisation, his condition deteriorated and he was certified dead at 9am 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 remanded for the offence of indecent conduct towards child under 16 in April 2024.

Ends/Sunday, July 21, 2024
Issued at HKT 13:00