Former Choi Huat Bakery Founder Dies After Suspected Fall During Theft Pursuit in Kwun Tong
A man in his 70s, identified as the founder of Choi Huat Bakery, died on May 10, 2026, after reportedly falling from an industrial building while pursuing a thief in Kwun Tong.
According to early reports, the incident began when a theft occurred at a bakery factory located within the industrial complex. The victim, identified as Siu Wai-kin, allegedly fell from the building while attempting to track or chase the suspect. Emergency responders transported Siu to a nearby hospital, where he later passed away despite rescue efforts.
Siu was a well-known figure in the local food industry as the founder and former owner of Choi Huat Bakery. In a tragic coincidence, the event took place in an industrial building that Siu previously owned, though the property had been taken over approximately two years ago.
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the theft and the subsequent fall. The case underscores the potential dangers of pursuing suspects in complex industrial environments.
Further details regarding the theft and the identity of the suspect have not yet been released. The incident is being treated as a suspected accidental death following a criminal act, as reported by local authorities and news outlets.
The loss of a pioneering business figure in such circumstances has drawn attention to the tragedy of the event, particularly given Siu’s long-standing connection to the property where he died, as noted by property reports.
