Woman who jumped in sea over relationship issues saved by Shenzhen students

A group of Shenzhen students who were waiting for their bus saved a Chinese woman who jumped into the sea due to relationship troubles in Wan Chai early Thursday morning.

Around 1 am today, a 23-year-old Chinese woman surnamed Liu is suspected to have been drinking near the seaside of Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai due to relationship issues.

During which she was seen talking to a male friend regarding the issue, and when her friend walked away, she jumped into the sea in an attempt to end her life.

Nearby witnesses saw her jump into the sea, and they immediately tossed a lifebuoy to her and contacted the police for assistance.

A police officer was alerted to the scene. He jumped into the waters, rescuing the woman and hauled her onto the marine police speedboat that arrived later.

She was seen crying and walking back to the shore before being taken to Ruttonjee Hospital for medical attention.

The incident was listed as an attempted suicide.

It is understood that the three witnesses who rescued the woman were third-year students from Shenzhen University who were waiting for a shuttle bus after visiting Hong Kong.

If you or someone you know has suicidal thoughts, help is available. Dial 2896 0000 for The Samaritans or 2382 2007 for Suicide Prevention Services.   

You can also call Suicide Prevention Services at 2382 0000 or CEASE Crisis Centre of Tung Wah Groups of Hospitals at 18281.

The government hotline 18111 can provide support for people with mental health needs and render immediate mental health support and referral services.

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