Correctional officers stop assault on remand person in custody
Correctional officers stopped a remand person in custody from assaulting another remand person in custody at Pik Uk Correctional Institution yesterday (July 3).
At 12.07pm yesterday, a 19-year-old male remand person in custody attacked a 16-year-old male remand person in custody inside a dayroom. Officers at the scene immediately stopped the assailant and called for reinforcement.
During the incident, the victim sustained an injury to his eye. After examination and treatment by the institution Medical Officer, he was referred to a public hospital for further treatment. The assailant did not sustain any injuries.
The case has been reported to the Police for investigation.
The two persons in custody were remanded for the offences of conspiracy to defraud and indecent conduct towards a child under the age of 16 years in 2025 and 2026, respectively.
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Hong Kong Customs detects suspected case of illegal importing of animal
Hong Kong Customs today (July 3) detected a suspected case of illegal importing of animal at the Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Point. One suspected illegally imported live dog with an estimated market value of about $19,000 was seized.
Customs officers today intercepted a 59-year-old incoming mainland male passenger at the Arrival Hall of the Control Point. Upon examination, the live dog was seized from his shoulder bag, and he was subsequently arrested. The case was handed over to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department for follow-up investigation.
Customs reminds the public that importing animals into Hong Kong without a valid permit is an offence.
Under the Rabies Regulation, any person found guilty of illegally importing animals, carcasses or animal products is liable to a maximum fine of $50,000 and imprisonment for one year.
Hong Kong Customs detects suspected case of illegal importing of animal Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
