Political situation
Written by: Luo Jiaqing
2020-05-24 19:05
Last update date: 2020-05-24 19:06The National People's Congress is debating the "Hong Kong version of the National Security Law." In response to the subversion of state power, the split of the country, the implementation of terrorist activities, and the intervention of external forces, some netizens launched a demonstration against legislation in Hong Kong Island this afternoon (24th), and a fierce conflict broke out.
Law Society President Peng Yunxi pointed out that a member of the Law Society was besieged by people in black near Causeway Bay in Causeway Bay at 3 p.m., causing physical injury and bleeding in the head. He has been sent to the hospital for emergency treatment. Peng Yunxi said that the Law Society strongly condemned the year and felt sad and angry about it. He emphasized that violence is not accepted by society. "Wounding a person is a serious crime. No matter what the underlying motivation is, violence is always violent and absolutely unacceptable."
It is reported that the beaten lawyer was Chen Ziqian. Two clips were circulated on the Internet, and the lawyer was chased and beaten by multiple people and beaten with an umbrella.
Police: Man was beaten up after arguing with man in black
According to footage, the man in the film was beaten by about ten people in black with his feet and umbrella. The man was beaten to the head and broke the bloodstream, after which the man stood and left on his own. In the meantime, someone threw a sign at it.
Police later stated on Facebook that a 41-year-old man was passing by 70 Lee Garden Hill Road, Causeway Bay at 3.30 pm, when dozens of black men blocked the road with debris. The two sides later disputed, "Several thugs immediately surrounded The man was beaten and a mob attacked the victim with an umbrella. "Police said that the man was chased again when he left. The injured man's hand and back were bleeding and he was sent to hospital for treatment.
It is understood that the besieged person is lawyer Chen Ziqian. (Online pictures)
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The president of the Law Society Peng Yunxi issued a statement condemning the incident, referring to Hong Kong as a civilized society. "Civil disobedience" is not an illegal permit. "Violence is not a perpetrator's permit. Never allow violence to silence people with different political views." Political opinions should be expressed peacefully. She also pointed out that if the positions are different, a violent response will be incurred immediately. The opponents are beaten by unarmed people, regardless of personal safety. "If this is the freedom that everyone wants to fight for, it is the sorrow of Hong Kong."
Peng Yunxi emphasized that the most basic spirit of the rule of law is to abide by the law. "Even if the lofty and great idea behind the struggle is noble, we cannot abandon the rule of law, and as a lawyer, we must not remain silent about violence."
It is understood that the besieged person is lawyer Chen Ziqian. Looking through the information, he had assisted the Legislative Council member Chen Kaixin to report another candidate, Labour Party Li Zhuoren, in connection with the bribery election on the eve of the 2018 Kowloon West by-election.
Peng Yunxi, president of the Law Society. (Profile picture)
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