Sick person in custody dies in public hospital
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The person in custody suffered from pulmonary tuberculosis. He required continuous medical care and follow-up at a public hospital. On May 11, he was sent to a public hospital for treatment due to physical discomfort. During hospitalisation, his condition deteriorated, and he was certified dead at 4.34am today.
The case has been reported to the Police. A death inquest will be held by the Coroner's Court.
The person in custody had been convicted for the offence of wounding with intent and detained under a hospital order for psychiatric treatment since 2001.
Ends/Saturday, July 25, 2026
Issued at HKT 11:21
Issued at HKT 11:21
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