A 22-year-old man surnamed Lin was found dead at Kai Fong Estate, Kai Fok Wo in the morning of November 3 at approximately 9 AM. The security personnel witnessed the man lying on the ground outside the building and immediately called for emergency services. The man was rushed to Tsz Po Hospital, but sadly, his condition worsened beyond recovery. Initial investigations suggest that the man was a resident of the building and fell from an apartment within the complex. No suicide note was found at the scene, and the exact reason for the suicide remains under investigation. Lin was reportedly suffering from a mental health condition. The number for the suicide prevention hotline in Hong Kong is: Samaritan Fund's Mental Health Support Hotline and WhatsApp: 18111; Website: https://www.shallwetalk.hk/zh/.
The suicide prevention service in Hong Kong provided a series of support numbers and resources including the Samaritan Fund for suicide prevention: 2389 2222, Lifeline: 2382 0000, Open_up youth emotional health online support service: https://www.openup.hk/service. Mental health support numbers for the general public are also available, including Friends in Need, Ma Fai Wah Foundation's Chuang Man Xing, Eternity House for those experiencing financial difficulties seeking counseling, the Social Welfare Department, the Samaritan Fund hotline available in multiple languages: 2896 0000, and Tung Wah Group of Hospitals' mental health hotline: 2466 7350.
The community in Hong Kong continues to face challenges related to mental health, with suicide being a severe issue. These support services aim to provide assistance and resources for those in distress, and to raise awareness about mental health concerns. It is important to address these issues promptly to help individuals in need and prevent tragic outcomes.