Sick remand person in custody dies in public hospital
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The remand person in custody suffered from hypertension, heart disease and other chronic diseases. He required continuous medical care and follow-up treatment at the institution hospital. On March 17, he was sent to a public hospital for treatment due to physical discomfort. During hospitalisation, his condition deteriorated and he was certified dead at 9.05pm yesterday.
The case has been reported to the Police. A death inquest will be held by the Coroner's Court.
The person in custody was remanded for the offence of arson in February 2023.
Ends/Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Issued at HKT 9:00
Issued at HKT 9:00
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