Former employee of Hong Kong’s Chief Executive Office dies after falling from residential building
- A 32-year-old killed himself in Tseung Kwan O five days after quitting his job
- Government expresses sadness and vows to offer all support possible to his family
A former press officer at the Chief Executive Office plunged from a residential building to his death on Saturday afternoon, the Hong Kong government has confirmed.
The suicide came five days after the 32-year-old, surnamed Tam, resigned from his job.
In a statement, the Information Services Department said it felt deep regret over the death, adding it would offer all possible support to his family.
The Chief Executive Office also expressed shock and sorrow at the incident.
According to police, a 32-year-old man fell from height at King Tao House in Tseung Kwan O at 4.13pm on Saturday.
Officers did not find a note and believe there is nothing suspicious about the incident.
A government source said Tam resigned for “personal reasons” and was paid in lieu of notice.