The first batch of special constables from the Correctional Services Department started their first shift on Saturday. Photo: Handout
‘Prison flying tigers’ join fight against Hong Kong protesters as 70 special constables take to streets for first time
- Members of elite prison service unit report for duty in Wan Chai
- Group is sent to guard important government buildings and all have firearms and riot training
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Hong Kong protests
The first batch of special constables from the Correctional Services Department started their first shift on Saturday. Photo: Handout
Members of the Correctional Services Department’s Regional Response Team would make up the bulk of the new unit protecting key sites in Hong Kong, the Post has been told. Photo: Felix Wong
Hong Kong protests: ‘special police’ unit will be unveiled this week to ease pressure on embattled force, sources say
- Elite unit of 80, sourced mainly from prison riot team, set to be deployed to safeguard key sites in city
- Police chief to announce new squad within days following approval from Hong Kong leader under public order legislation
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Hong Kong protests
Members of the Correctional Services Department’s Regional Response Team would make up the bulk of the new unit protecting key sites in Hong Kong, the Post has been told. Photo: Felix Wong