Fairness pledged as Hong Kong residents seek answers in Tai Po fire inquiry
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An independent committee in Hong Kong has begun an inquiry into the deadly fire at Tai Po's Wang Fuk Court last November, which killed at least 168 people and displaced thousands. Judge David Lok Kai-hong, who is leading the investigation, pledged a fair and thorough probe at the first hearing held at the City Gallery in Central. The inquiry aims to identify those responsible while minimizing interference with ongoing criminal, civil, and coroner's proceedings. Residents have urged the committee to hold accountable those found responsible for the fire. The session focused on outlining the probe's roadmap and arrangements for future hearings.
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