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51-yr-old Filipina expat found dead near pier in Hong Kong
Philippine mission is now working on repatriating the remains and providing assistance to her family
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A body of a Filipina expat was found floating near a pier in Hong Kong on Thursday, according to local media reports.
A passerby discovered the body in the waters near the Tsing Yi Public Pier, the reports added.
Though an ID card was found on the victim, details of her identity are yet to be released. She is believed to be around 51 years old and was wearing sportswear.
The Philippine Consulate-General in Hong Kong is now working with authorities on the case. Investigations are now underway to determine the cause of death and whether foul play was involved.
The woman's remains are expected to repatriated soon, and the Migrant Workers' Office is working on providing assistance to her family.
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