Two men found dead in Lei Tung Estate flat
AM730 · 4 SOURCESabout 2 hours ago1 MIN
Summary
Two men were found dead inside a flat at Tung Yip House in Lei Tung Estate, Ap Lei Chau, after a report of a foul smell on Monday afternoon. Police and rescue personnel forced entry into the unit and confirmed both men had died at the scene. Police are investigating the case.
Key Points
- Police received the report at about 2:32pm on September 14, after a unit in Tung Yip House, Lei Tung Estate, was found to be emitting an unusual smell.
- RTHK and on.cc said the report came from building security staff, with on.cc adding that a guard noticed the smell while patrolling the block.
- Firefighters and other rescue personnel forced open the door and found two men lying inside the flat; both were certified dead after examination.
- Sources said the flat was occupied by a man who lived alone, with Sing Tao identifying him as a 54-year-old resident and am730 saying he had been out of contact for several days.
- Police sealed off the scene and are looking into the circumstances and sequence of events that led to the two deaths.
Why It Matters
The case remains at an early stage, with the causes of death and the relationship between the two deceased men not yet set out publicly by police. For nearby residents, the next official updates are likely to focus on identification, post-mortem findings and whether any suspicious circumstances are involved.