7-Eleven attack: shopkeeper’s widow ‘deeply moved’ as well-wishers pour over HK$1.6 million into memorial fund for late husband
Suspect, 32, charged with one count of murder and two counts of shop theft
The widow of 7-Eleven shopkeeper Cheng Ka-pui, who was fatally wounded in an attack last week, has expressed her gratitude to members of the public for their donations and support.
“We are deeply moved by what the public have done, which shows that Hongkongers are very kindhearted. We feel the love and warmth,” she said.
On Wednesday, 7-Eleven Hong Kong, which owns the convenience store franchise, started collecting in-store donations for a memorial fund for Cheng’s family. Within eight hours, more than HK$1.6 million dollars had poured in from well-wishers.
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The 38-year-old shopkeeper, who became a father only a month ago, was attacked in his store on Pitt Street near Portland Street last Thursday and succumbed to his injuries on Monday.
The suspect, a 32-year-old who holds Canadian citizenship, was arrested and appeared at Kwun Tong Court on Saturday. He was charged with one court of murder and two counts of shop theft.
The trial was adjourned until May 20 pending further police inquiries and legal advice.
The convenience store chain said public donations will be accepted until midnight on March 24.
