7-Eleven has started accepting donations for the family of Cheng Ka-piu, the franchisee who died on Monday after he was stabbed by an alleged shoplifter last week.
Starting from 8am today, 7-Eleven will be accepting donations for Cheng’s family in all outlets territory-wide. Donors will be issued a receipt by staff, and all of the proceeds will go towards Cheng’s wife and infant child.
The 38-year-old proprietor was seriously injured inside his 7-Eleven outlet in Yau Ma Tei last Tuesday by a customer who had reportedly stolen and eaten a packet of crisps.
A suspect has been arrested in connection to the incident, and a hearing has been scheduled for early May.
7-Eleven, which changed its logo on Hong Kong social media to black and white in light of Cheng’s attack, has set up donation boxes and condolence books for employees and franchisees. The company has also vowed to provide appropriate assistance to Cheng’s family, including emergency relief funds.
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