Woman slashes wrist at Chai Wan Market

A woman slashed her wrist with a box cutter at Chai Wan Market on Friday morning.

Police were alerted to the incident at around 10.35am after the woman was found bleeding from the wrist at the entrance of Chai Wan Market.

Paramedics responded to the scene and treated the woman on-site. The woman’s mother also complained of discomfort following the incident. They were both taken to Eastern Hospital for examination.

Sources said the woman who slashed her wrist was suffering from mental illness.

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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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