15-year-old girl rescued after entering sea near Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower

Passers-by brought her ashore before she was taken to hospital; police were investigating, with support hotlines available for people in distress.

By newsdesk · 5 October 2026, 12:06 HKT

Reporting: Star Headline · HK01

A 15-year-old girl was rescued after entering the sea near the Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower on the morning of 5 October. Passers-by brought her ashore after she was found in the water near Salisbury Road at 8.44am.

She remained conscious and was taken to Kwong Wah Hospital for medical care. Police had received a report from the girl and were investigating the incident.

Star Headline reported that police suspected academic problems may have been linked to suicidal thoughts.

Support contacts for people facing emotional distress included the 18111 Mental Health Support Hotline and WhatsApp service; the Samaritan Befrienders Hong Kong on 2389 2222; the 2382 0000 suicide-prevention hotline; and the Hospital Authority mental-health hotline on 2466 7350.