Police investigate suspected suicide of police officer
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At around 7.45am, Police found a 23-year-old female police officer, who was attached to the Patrol Sub-unit of Kwun Tong District, injured at the loading and unloading area in Kwun Tong Police Station. She had a gunshot wound to her head and was certified dead at scene. A service pistol was found next to the deceased.
Upon initial investigation, it is believed that she committed suicide with her service pistol.
Post-mortem examinations will be conducted later to ascertain the cause of death of the deceased.
Investigation by Regional Crime Unit of Kowloon East is underway.
Police express sorrow and regret over the death of the police officer and extend sympathies to her family members to whom timely assistance will be offered.
Ends/Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Issued at HKT 10:46
Issued at HKT 10:46
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