Threatening mail sent to Carrie Lam: CE’s Office

The Office of the Chief Executive said on Monday that it has received a threatening item of mail addressed to Carrie Lam, and has reported the case to the police.

In a statement, the CE’s office said the envelope contained a knife blade as well as an intimidating letter.

It condemned the behaviour, saying authorities will do everything it takes to protect the safety of government officers and safeguard public security.

“Hong Kong is a society which observes the rule of law. It will not tolerate such illegal acts as violence and intimidation,” the statement read.

“If unlawful means is used with an aim to exert influence on the discharge of duty of an officer, no matter whether it involves the Chief Executive or other public officers, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government will take the case seriously and spare no effort in bringing the culprit to justice to safeguard the safety of public officers and public peace.”