‘I just need an answer’: widow haunted by husband’s shooting seeks inquest

Hong Kong society Hong KongLaw and Crime ‘I just need an answer’: widow haunted by husband’s shooting seeks inquest 4-MIN READ4-MIN 6 Listen Emily Hung Published: 10:30am, 15 Sep 2026Updated: 10:40am, Two years after her armed, mentally ill husband was fatally shot by a Hong Kong police officer, Mrs Li is still waiting to learn whether a death inquest will be held. On September 15, 2024, she called police when her 38-year-old husband, who had a history of mental illness, attacked his elderly mother and her at their North Point home. Officers wielding shields arrived and found the man holding a 30cm (11.8-inch) knife and a pair of scissors. Little did Mrs Li, who preferred to be identified ’s surname, expect that the day would end in tragedy. Select Voice Select Speed 0.8x 0.9x1.0x 1.1x 1.2x 1.5x 1.