A 25-year-old Hong Kong man identified as Leung Tsun Hin was found dead inside an apartment on Frederick Road in Salford, Greater Manchester, prompting local community concern, according to Salford Police and the Hong Kong Immigration Department.
Salford Police Appeal for Next of Kin
Officers from Salford Police discovered the body on August 19 after being called to the residential property. Following an initial investigation, Salford Police stated that the death was not being treated as suspicious. However, officers were initially unable to contact the man’s next of kin.
Community Response and Overseas Student Reports
The police appeal quickly circulated among Hong Kong communities in Manchester. Local community organizations shared the notice online, urging anyone with connections to Leung or his relatives to contact local authorities. The spelling of the name prompted immediate speculation on social media regarding his origins. Subsequent online reports suggested Leung had previously studied at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and was residing in Britain as an overseas student, though those details could not be independently verified through official academic channels.
Immigration Department Response
The Hong Kong Immigration Department confirmed on August 22 that it had received a request for assistance regarding the case. According to government statements, officials have been in touch with the family and are providing appropriate assistance in accordance with their wishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened on Frederick Road in Salford?
Police found 25-year-old Leung Tsun Hin dead inside an apartment on August 19, in an incident determined by investigators to be non-suspicious.
How is the Hong Kong government involved?
The Hong Kong Immigration Department confirmed it received a request for family assistance and is offering support tailored to the relatives’ wishes.
Where can people provide information about overseas families?
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