Unconscious person in custody dies in hospital
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The person in custody suffered from mental illness. She required continuous medical care and follow-up at a public hospital. At 5.50pm yesterday, the person in custody was found unconscious in a cell by a correctional officer. The officer immediately called for reinforcement to provide first-aid treatment to her, and an ambulance was called at once to send her to a public hospital for further rescue. She remained unconscious after being sent to the public hospital. Her condition deteriorated and she was certified dead at 7.12pm yesterday.
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 theft in December 2025.
Ends/Friday, January 9, 2026
Issued at HKT 6:50
Issued at HKT 6:50
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