Hong Kong protests: call for peace from son of Luo Changqing, killed by brick hurled during Sheung Shui clash
- The 70-year-old cleaner died on November 15, a day after he was hit on the head with a brick
- As family gather to mourn at the site of the incident, his son voices hope the death will help bring an end to months of rancour
Government-contracted cleaner Luo Changqing died in hospital on November 14 after sustaining injuries during the clash in Sheung Shui the day before.
“I hope that what happened to my father won’t mark the beginning of more ugliness in Hong Kong, but the end of the city’s plight,” said his son as about 20 friends and family members mourned on Friday at the site of the incident in the northern border town, just before midday.
It was the first time the family had addressed the media publicly since Luo’s death. They previously chose to remain anonymous, citing safety concerns.
He was the eldest son in the family and a righteous person. Whether at home or outside, he was always willing to help and serve others
“I was notified of what happened to my father at noon that day. We rushed to Hong Kong from mainland China as soon as possible. To ensure our safety, the police escorted us to Prince of Wales Hospital. My father was already unconscious when I arrived,” the son said.
“My heart is filled with pain.”
As he laid flowers where his father was dealt the fatal blow, near North District Town Hall, he said: “Father, I have come to Hong Kong. Rest in peace. You never said your last words to me. When I got to the hospital you didn’t say a word.”