The heads of Hong Kong's law enforcement departments today strongly condemned the violent acts that took place in Mong Kok earlier this week and expressed their full support to the Police.
A statement was jointly issued today by Commissioner of Customs & Excise Roy Tang, Director of Immigration Chan Kwok-ki, Director of Fire Services Lai Man-hin, Commissioner of Correctional Services Yau Chi-chiu and Acting Controller of the Government Flying Service Trevor Marshall.
They expressed deep concern that in blatant defiance of the law, the mobs damaged public property, set fires in multiple locations and constantly attacked police officers and journalists at the scene.
"Such reprehensible behaviour went far beyond what can be accepted by Hong Kong society and we do not agree with people putting up excuses for the savage acts in an attempt to shift attention," the statement said.
They also expressed full support and appreciation to Commissioner of Police Stephen Lo and the Force for their efforts and contributions in upholding the rule of law and stability in Hong Kong.
They also extended their deep sympathy to the injured officers, wishing them a speedy recovery.
As in the past, the disciplinary forces will stand united and continue to contribute to Hong Kong's law and order and stability, the statement added.
