Correctional officers stop assault on remand person in custody
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At 12.07pm yesterday, a 19-year-old male remand person in custody attacked a 16-year-old male remand person in custody inside a dayroom. Officers at the scene immediately stopped the assailant and called for reinforcement.
During the incident, the victim sustained an injury to his eye. 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 remanded for the offences of conspiracy to defraud and indecent conduct towards a child under the age of 16 years in 2025 and 2026, respectively.
Ends/Saturday, July 4, 2026
Issued at HKT 7:58
Issued at HKT 7:58
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