An assault in Cotai in which three men were injured and another was killed is still under investigation by the Judiciary Police (PJ). Two of the three injured parties have been released from the hospital, while the other is in a stable condition. The PJ told the media that preliminary investigations revealed no connection between the assault and casino interests. There were also no indications that the assault was connected with any illegal money exchange. According to the PJ, the investigation is confidential, but information will be released publicly when appropriate.
Police call for witnesses of Sunday’s traffic accidents
On Sunday night, a woman in her 30s was hit by a vehicle on Avenida do Almirante Lacerda. The woman traveled 20 meters from the impact and was rendered unconscious with a head injury. Early investigation indicated that the driver had run a red light, and police obtained CCTV footage to assist the investigation. Meanwhile, a 90-year-old man sustained injuries to his head, arms and leg in a crash yesterday on Avenida do Colonel Mesquita, and is still in hospital after losing consciousness after the crash. As investigations continue, the police are searching for witnesses of both crashes, as well as possible video footage of the accidents.
Lawmaker suggests new attractions on idle land
Macau’s annual number of tourists has risen every year in the past decade, impacting the daily life of residents, according to some observers. Due to the lack of clear distinction between tourism spots and residential areas, lawmaker Leong Sun Iok has recommended that the government make use of idle land to develop new tourist attractions to strike a balance between tourism development and normal life. Leong suggested the old Iek Long Firecracker Factory, Lai Chi Vun, and the undeveloped Ocean World in Taipa. In response, the tourism authority head said she deemed further research necessary before any decision could be made.
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