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Helper, 35, arrested in Hong Kong after allegedly pulling baby’s hair

Mother called police alleging helper had mistreated infant at home

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The baby was taken to North Lantau Hospital for treatment. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Danny Mok
Hong Kong police have arrested a 35-year-old domestic helper on suspicion of child abuse after she allegedly pulled a baby girl’s hair in a village house on Lantau Island.

Officers said they received a report at noon on Sunday from the infant’s mother, who suspected the helper of mistreating the child at their home off Shek Mun Kap Road in Tung Chung.

The baby had reddening on her head and was taken to North Lantau Hospital for treatment.

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Police said the 35-year-old Indonesian helper was arrested on suspicion of ill-treatment.

She was held for investigation.

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