Three dogs captured after Yuen Long fatal attack
HKFP · 1 SOURCESabout 2 hours ago2 MIN
Summary
Hong Kong police and the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said early on Monday that three stray dogs had been captured in Yuen Long after a woman died following a suspected dog attack while cycling on Saturday night. The case centres on Pok Wai South Road, where CCTV footage reportedly showed three dogs chasing the 27-year-old rider shortly before she was found with extensive injuries.
Key Points
- Police and the AFCD said they carried out a sweep of Pok Wai South Road on Sunday night and captured three adult mongrels linked to the investigation.
- The dogs were taken to an AFCD centre, where authorities are investigating whether any of them have been microchipped.
- Acting Assistant District Commander for Crime in Yuen Long, Cheung Chun-tong, said CCTV showed the woman leaving Yuen Long MTR station at about 11.40pm on Saturday and taking a rental bike.
- About 15 minutes later, CCTV footage showed three dogs chasing her while she was riding along Pok Wai South Road, according to Cheung.
- Police said there were no suspicious people or vehicles nearby, while the woman’s wallet and phone were still with her when she was found.
Why It Matters
The death adds to recent concern over dangerous dog incidents in Hong Kong after other fatal or high-profile attacks last month prompted a review of canine-related regulations. Authorities are now trying to establish whether the captured dogs can be tied to the case and whether ownership can be traced through microchips.