Sick remand person in custody dies in public hospital
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The remand person in custody suffered from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He required continuous medical care and follow-up at the institution hospital and a public hospital. On January 23, he was sent to a public hospital for treatment due to physical discomfort. During hospitalisation, his condition deteriorated, and he was certified dead at 3.49am 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 rape in December 2025.
Ends/Thursday, February 5, 2026
Issued at HKT 11:30
Issued at HKT 11:30
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