Son arrested in Chai Wan after knife attack on mother leaves her injured
A 31-year-old man was arrested in Chai Wan on Thursday after allegedly attacking his 63-year-old mother with two cleavers in their flat. The victim sustained wounds to her head, neck and hands and was taken to hospital. Police suspect a financial dispute triggered the incident.
A 31-year-old local man was arrested in Chai Wan on Thursday following a domestic incident that left his mother with multiple injuries.
Police received an emergency call from the suspect at approximately 6pm on Wednesday, in which he stated that he had lost control of his emotions and attacked his 63-year-old mother with a knife inside their flat at Cheuk Wah House in Hing Wah Estate Phase One. Officers rushed to the scene immediately and cordoned off the apartment for investigation.
Upon arrival, police and paramedics found the mother conscious despite sustaining multiple knife wounds to her head, neck and hands. She was promptly treated at the scene before being rushed to Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital for further medical care.
During a preliminary search of the residence, officers recovered two cleavers measuring approximately 25 and 27 centimetres in length, which are believed to have been used in the assault. The suspect was taken into custody at the scene on suspicion of wounding and remains detained for questioning.
Investigators believe the violent family dispute may have stemmed from financial disagreements. According to preliminary findings, an argument broke out between the mother and son inside their home over monetary issues, during which the son's emotions escalated out of control before he retrieved the knives. Due to the severity of the case, the Eastern District Crime Unit has taken over the investigation to examine the exact circumstances and details surrounding the financial conflict.
