A 34-year-old British businessman has been charged with murder after his 25-year-old housekeeper was found dead at the bottom of a waterfall in Waterfall Bay Park, Hong Kong. The incident occurred on the night of October 29, 2024, when the suspect was seen leaving the scene around 11 p.m. and later rushing to a taxi. The housekeeper was discovered floating in a pool under the waterfall at approximately 7 a.m. on October 30, suffering from severe head injuries and minor wounds to her limbs [ff44b9bd].
The businessman and his wife were arrested at West Kowloon train station on October 31, 2024. Initially, the wife was suspected of assisting an offender but has since been released on bail. The businessman is set to appear at Eastern Magistratesā Court on November 1, 2024, where he will face the murder charge [ff44b9bd].
This tragic incident has raised serious concerns about safety and the treatment of domestic workers in Hong Kong, a city often criticized for its labor practices. The case is expected to draw significant media attention as it unfolds, particularly given the high-profile nature of the suspect and the circumstances surrounding the housekeeper's death [ff44b9bd].