Hero’s burial for late Hong Kong constable paralysed for 21 years after attack
A former police constable who spent 21 years paralysed after an attack on duty will be buried in Hong Kong’s official cemetery for public servants lauded as heroes, the South China Morning Post has learned. A source said that Jacky Chu Chun-kwok, who died earlier this month, would be buried in Gallant Garden on October 23 after a police service funeral. Chu, a constable in the Police Tactical…
Jacky Chu Chun-kwok, a former police constable paralyzed for 21 years after an attack on duty, will be laid to rest in Hong Kong's official cemetery for heroes among public servants, according to a source cited by the South China Morning Post. Chu, a member of the Police Tactical Unit, passed away earlier this month and will be given a police service funeral, complete with the highest honors, a Taoist ceremony, and Chinese-style marching drills.
Chu suffered severe injuries when a man stabbed him in the neck with a six-inch knife during a solo patrol on July 19, 2005. The attacker, Liu Chi-yung, intended to rob pedestrians but was confronted by Chu when he grew suspicious and attempted an identity check outside the Po On Road Municipal Services Building in Cheung Sha Wan.
Liu pulled out the knife, stabbed Chu in the neck, and fled the scene. Chu pursued the assailant but collapsed from excessive blood loss, resulting in brain oxygen deprivation and complete paralysis.
Despite his injuries, Chu showed extraordinary courage and made every effort to apprehend the armed assailant until he collapsed. For his bravery, Chu received the Medal for Bravery (Gold) in 2006. He will be buried in Gallant Garden on October 23 in recognition of his service and dedication.
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