Regarding a criminal damage incident outside the Central Government Offices (CGO) this morning, the Government strongly condemned the illegal act and stressed that Police will thoroughly investigate the case, strictly enforce the law and bring any offender to account.

The Government explained that Hong Kong is a society underpinned by the rule of law.

No unlawful behaviour will be tolerated and all illegal acts will be followed up to this end, it added.

After the incident, the Administration Wing instructed the CGO’s security staff to remain vigilant.

Meanwhile, Police have stepped up patrols in the vicinity to ensure the safety of staff and visitors of the CGO and members of the public.