Police arrested one more man for manslaughter in Tin Shui Wai today (December 24). He was in suspected connection with a No. 5 alarm fire in Tai Po.

     The 48-year-old arrested man is the person-in-charge of the external wall repair subcontractor of the relevant project. He has been released on bail.

     Concerning the aforementioned case, Police had earlier arrested fourteen men and one woman, aged between 40 and 77, for manslaughter. They have been released on bail.

     Active investigation by the Regional Crime Unit of New Territories North is under way.

     Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 1674.

Ends/Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Issued at HKT 22:25

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