Tuen Mun man hurt in attempted Yau Oi robbery
SingTao · 2 SOURCESabout 3 hours ago2 MIN
Summary
A suspected attempted robbery was reported in Tuen Mun at about 4:19am on Saturday, 31 October, outside Oi Tak House in Yau Oi Estate. A 33-year-old local man surnamed Leung was allegedly attacked by two men, who tried to seize his belongings during the assault. The victim resisted and called for help, after which the assailants fled without taking any property. He sustained abrasions to his mouth and both hands and was taken conscious to Tuen Mun Hospital for treatment.
Key Points
- Police said the 33-year-old victim, a local man surnamed Leung, was walking outside Oi Tak House when the attack happened at about 4:19am.
- SingTao reported the two attackers suddenly pounced on and repeatedly punched the man while attempting to forcibly steal his property
- The victim fought back and shouted for help, and the two suspects then ran from the scene after failing to complete the robbery
- Police said no property was lost in the case, which has been classified as assault with intent to rob.
- Officers are seeking two men aged about 20 to 40, around 1.7 metres tall, both wearing white tops at the time
Why It Matters
The case adds to concern over violent street crime in residential areas during overnight hours, especially where pedestrians may be isolated. The investigation now depends in part on tracing the suspects through nearby CCTV footage and witness information after the pair escaped before officers arrived