St. Paul's College alumni urge to disclose investigation results of student death during Hangzhou exchange

A petition related to the St. Paul's College student's death has been circulating online over the weekend, urging the school to disclose the investigation results of the tragedy transparently.

The school confirmed that the Form Five student passed away while participating in an exchange program in Hangzhou, with sources stating that the boy died by suicide.

Jointly signed by the school's students and alumni, the petition calls on the school to provide the public with a complete account of the investigation results and reveal its measures before and after the incident.

The petition letter also requests the school to disclose improved safety measures for student trips to prevent future tragedies while expressing hope that the school will demonstrate responsibility to uphold its reputation and reassure the public.

Meanwhile, Secretary for Education Christine Choi Yuk-lin confirmed last Friday that the investigation has concluded, clarifying that the incident was unrelated to the exchange activities.

A letter circulating online also revealed that College Council chairman Arnold Cheng Cheuk-sang criticized some media outlets and social media posts for inaccurately and maliciously reporting and discussing the student's unfortunate passing.

He stated that such irresponsible remarks have caused distress and unease for the student's parents and those associated with the school, urging the public to respect the family's privacy.