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ROYAL HONG KONG POLICE FORCE
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I am willing to make a statement to the Police. The statement I am about to make is true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I make it knowing that if I wilfully state anything which I know to be false or do not believe to be true. I may be liable to prosecution for a criminal offence.
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7.
It took about 5 minutes to lower the sea rider and I volunteered to join the rescue party, along with S/SGT LAU, PC 19032 and PC 19632. Once on board, we returned towards Wong Fa Pai, escorted by the matter launch 73, which was to continue patrol and observation around the rock.
8.
We approached from the northern side and I could still see the flashing light. I couldn't see any people at this stage. It was going to be impossible to get anywhere near to the rock from this approach, due to the extreme weather conditions. This location is generally regarded as a navigational hazard, that totally submerges at high tide. If there were any persons on the rock, it was to be a time crucial exercise to rescue them all at the same time, as the tide was rising already.
9.
We then went around to the southern side of the rock from where we again attempted to land. S/SGT LAU was coxswain and he guided the bough of the boat in towards the rock. We were rising and falling through great heights with the waves. It was our intention for myself and PC 19032 to leave PV 43 and climb onto Wong Fa Pai when close enough. I could now see some persons huddled together. I was quite anxious about stepping off PV 43 because I knew that it was going to be perilous, however, I also knew that it was essential if we were to save the lives of those stranded here.
10.
When the bough of PV 43 came into contact with the rock, it scraped
I took my chance and I jumped off onto the rock,
vigorously up and down. followed by PC 19032. I lost balance several times on the rock which was very slippery and fell. I was wearing a lot of protective clothing, so I did not incur any injuries. It was
a nerve racking experience as I was constantly aware that at any moment I could be knocked over by a large wave and carried off, or literally slip into the sea. The heavy rain was being driven into us by the strong wind, making it difficult to see at times.
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