Fighting in public place case in Aberdeen reclassified as murder
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At 10.31pm on July 7, Police received a report that two women were fighting at a public light bus stop near Wah Chui House, Wah Fu (II) Estate.
Police officers sped to the scene and found a 53-year-old woman lying on the ground. Sustaining head injuries, she was rushed to Queen Mary Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 11.22pm on the same day.
Initial investigation revealed that the deceased had a dispute with a 50-year-old woman and that they pushed each other, during which the deceased was suspected to have been pushed to the ground. After investigation, Police arrested the 50-year-old woman for murder in Aberdeen on the same day. She is being detained for further enquiries.
Post-mortem examination will be conducted later to ascertain the cause of death of the deceased.
Active investigation by the District Crime Squad of Western District is underway. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3660 6659.
Ends/Thursday, July 9, 2026
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