Indonesian helper allegedly beat elderly employer to death at court

The Indonesian domestic helper who allegedly assaulted and caused the death of her 93-year-old female employer was brought to court today. The 52-year-old wore handcuffs while being escorted to the Kwun Tong Magistrates' Courts. She faces one charge of murder, and an interpreter was required in court to provide translation.

The incident took place on Sunday.

The defendant is alleged to have repeatedly struck her elderly employer inside a flat at Tak Yiu House, Tak Long Estate in Kai Tak, resulting in her death. The defendant was not required to enter a plea for the time being.

The case was adjourned until January 6 next year. The defendant did not apply for bail and was remanded in custody.