​Correctional officers at Siu Lam Psychiatric Centre stopped a female remand person in custody from attacking a staff member inside a hospital ward today (October 8).
      
     At 10.20am today, a 50-year-old female remand person in custody suddenly became emotional and attacked a correctional officer inside a hospital ward. Officers at the scene immediately stopped the assailant and called for reinforcement.
      
     During the incident, the officer being attacked sustained an injury to her face. She did not need to be sent to a public hospital after examination and treatment by the institution Medical Officer. The assailant did not sustain any injuries.
      
     The case has been reported to the Police for investigation.
      
     The assailant was remanded for the offence of robbery in 2026.

Ends/Thursday, October 8, 2026
Issued at HKT 15:30

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