Correctional officers stop assault on person in custody
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At 1.22pm today, a 67-year-old male person in custody attacked a 65-year-old male person in custody inside a dayroom. Officers at the scene immediately stopped the assailant and called for reinforcement.
During the incident, the victim sustained injuries to his head, clavicle and hand. After examination and treatment by the institution Medical Officer, he was referred to a public hospital for further treatment. The assailant did not sustain any injuries.
The case has been reported to the Police for investigation.
The two persons in custody were sentenced to imprisonment for the offences of murder in 2019 and 2018, respectively.
Ends/Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Issued at HKT 17:15
Issued at HKT 17:15
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