Man dies in fall from Hong Kong airport departure level

A 23-year-old mainland Chinese man died after falling from the departure level at Hong Kong International Airport on Sunday.

Police received a report from an airport staff member at about 7pm that a man was found lying on Cheong Hong Road near a taxi stand, having apparently fallen from a height.

Emergency personnel arrived to find the man, surnamed Chen, unconscious. He was taken to North Lantau Hospital where he was later certified dead.

Initial investigation suggests the man fell from the roadside at the departure level. No suicide note was found at the scene. The cause of death will be determined after an autopsy.

The man was a mainland Chinese visitor holding a two-way permit and had a recorded history of emotional illness, according to sources.

EDITOR’S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. 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.