‘My conscience is clear’: elite officers from disciplined forces roped in to help police amid Hong Kong’s protest violence share their side of the story
- Groups include ‘prison flying tigers’ from correctional services, who share the brunt of public anger against police
- Verbal abuse and being called ‘dogs’, as well as constantly having to assure worried family members, are part of the job
Now she is prepared to deal with the worst violence she could have ever imagined.
“I wanted to safeguard the city where I was born and help police restore Hong Kong. But over the past months I dare not even remove road barricades myself, fearing attacks by opponents,” Cheung told the Post in an interview.
Speaking at the Correctional Services Department headquarters in Wan Chai, she added: “I said yes to the new challenge immediately when my supervisor approached me ... I already expected to be doxxed and attacked on the streets randomly, and also during operations in the worst of cases.
“Yet I am honoured to be part of this historic mission.”
Cheung’s biggest concern at the time was the safety of her family, but their unwavering support has turned into the biggest motivation for her in the new role.
