Correctional officers stop person in custody attacking staff member
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At 5.52pm yesterday, a 63-year-old female person in custody suddenly became emotional and attacked a correctional officer outside a cell. Officers at the scene immediately ordered the assailant to stop.
During the incident, the officer sustained an injury to her mouth. She did not need to be sent to a public hospital after receiving medical examination and treatment by the institution Medical Officer. The assailant did not sustain any injuries.
The case has been reported to the Police for investigation.
The assailant was sentenced to imprisonment for the offence of theft in July 2025.
Ends/Saturday, July 5, 2025
Issued at HKT 9:00
Issued at HKT 9:00
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