Hong Kong crane collapse: police launch criminal probe into accident that killed three and injured six at construction site


Hong Kong police have launched a criminal investigation into the collapse of a tower crane at a construction site that killed three workers and injured six others, according to the city’s leader.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu also said on Thursday that similar crane works under the same contractor had been suspended.

Play, subscribe and stand a chance to win prizes worth over RM39,000! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
SCMP , Hong Kong , Tower Crane , Accident , Cops , Investigation

Next In Aseanplus News

Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Friday (April 10, 2026)
China police detain man accused of cyberbullying much-loved Olympian: state media
Singapore and Australia pledge closer ties, on fuel and LNG security, and tackle global supply shock
Philippines says China fired flares in airspace ‘bullying’ against its coast guard aircraft over the Spratly Islands
Vietnamese man pleads guilty to possessing protected python parts in Malaysia
Indonesia names Pertamina officials and oil tycoon as suspects in oil procurement probe
Thai finance minister sees oil prices elevated for up to two years due to Middle East conflict
Deep Purple thrills Japan's superfan prime minister with a quick visit
Over two years’ jail for Singapore man behind ‘deplorable, sadistic’ acts of stabbing four cats, killing two others
Hong Kong doctor axed for posting resuscitation photo faces Medical Council case

Others Also Read