Man found lying on Yau Ma Tei building platform

A man was hospitalized after he was found lying on the platform of a building in Yau Ma Tei on Thursday morning.

The man was suspected to have fallen from the first-floor patio of a Jordan Road building in Yau Ma Tei and was found collapsed on the platform at about 8 am today.

Rescue workers arrived after receiving the report and sent the victim, escorted by a woman, to Queen Elizabeth Hospital for medical attention.

He remained conscious and had no serious injuries.

Afterwards, the police went to the building to investigate and asked a man who knew the victim to find out why the victim was lying on the platform.

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.