Youngster was found unconscious and covered in bruises at home in Tuen Mun Trend Plaza
A 5-year-old girl died after being rushed to hospital unconscious and covered in bruises on Saturday afternoon, prompting police to arrest her parents on suspicion of child abuse.
The force first received a report at 1.15pm from a family member, saying the girl, surnamed Chan, was found unconscious at home in Tuen Mun Trend Plaza in Tuen Hop Street.
“She was rushed to Tuen Mun Hospital for medical treatment but was soon certified dead upon arrival,” a police spokesman confirmed.
The Post understands that doctors found multiple new and old bruises over her body, raising child-abuse concerns.
