Press Release

Sick person in custody dies in public hospital

A sick 76-year-old male person in custody at Siu Lam Psychiatric Centre died in a public hospital today (April 13).

The person in custody suffered from pulmonary tuberculosis. He required continuous medical care and follow-up at a public hospital. On March 5, he was sent to a public hospital for treatment due to physical discomfort. During hospitalisation, his condition deteriorated, and he was certified dead at 3.38am 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 manslaughter and detained under a hospital order for psychiatric treatment since 1982.

Ends/Monday, April 13, 2026
Issued at HKT 12:05