Firms charged with manslaughter over deadly Hong Kong fire
Hong Kong authorities have charged two companies and seven individuals with manslaughter and other crimes following a deadly fire at the Wang Fuk housing complex. The incident, which killed 168 people, is the subject of an ongoing investigation into construction and renovation negligence.
Why it matters
Addresses accountability in urban safety and construction standards following a major public tragedy.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Martin Yip , Hong Kong and Kelly Ng Reuters The blaze at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex was the deadliest the city had seen in more than 70 years Hong Kong authorities have charged two companies and seven people over the devastating fire at the Wang Fuk housing complex last November.
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