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Latest news, analysis and opinion on the Hong Kong police force, including crime, justice and protests.
A view of Mei Tin Commercial Complex, where the burgled Chinese restaurant is located. Photo: Google Maps
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong restaurant burgled, HK$800,000 in cash stolen

Police investigating suspected burglary at Chinese restaurant in Sha Tin, with owner speculating that damaged fire safety door was point of entry.

Kwong Wah Hospital (Hong Kong)

Hong Kong police probe death of man, 66, in fall from bamboo scaffolding

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Police probe suspected poisoning of 4 dogs

Accidents and personal safety

Hongkonger, 63, falls to his death from high-rise while trying to save cat

Man lost footing and fell from flat while attempting to retrieve his cat from ledge outside, according to initial investigation.

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A man has died after falling from a high-rise while trying to rescue his pet cat. Photo: Google
Accidents and personal safety

Man, 92, dies after apparently choking on glutinous rice balls in Hong Kong

Police say they received call on Wednesday morning that elderly victim collapsed while eating.

Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong coach driver charged over Shenzhen Bay Bridge crash

Man, 63, charged with dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest British tourist after airport check-in kiosks wrecked

Video clip captures departure hall chaos as man topples self-check-in kiosks and hits them repeatedly with stanchion before being arrested.

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A Briton has been arrested after a video clip showed him damaging self-check-in kiosks at the airport. Photo: Facebook/hkcaml
Crime in Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong police’s fight against scams needs more public support

Scams might be down in Hong Kong but they still comprise nearly half of all crimes. Vigilance and community support are vital.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest man after HK$25,000 in cash stolen during flight

City recorded 169 cases of cabin theft on inbound flights in the first 10 months of 2024, involving property worth HK$4.3 million.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong aims to add facial recognition to public CCTVs this year: police chief

Commissioner of Police Joe Chow says high-traffic and strategically located shopping centres will be prioritised.

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CCTV cameras in Mong Kok. Photo: Eugene Lee
Accidents and personal safety

Taxi driver, 79, arrested after elderly woman knocked down in Hong Kong

Police officers arrest cabby on suspicion of dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm, with woman taken to hospital for treatment.

The victim, who was found in a semi-unconscious state, was rushed to Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital for treatment. Photo: Jelly Tse
Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong police probe death of man, 80, allegedly knocked down by taxi driver

Cab driver arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving causing death after allegedly knocking down elderly man near Ngau Tau Kok Road.

Crime in Hong Kong

Wife alleged to have attacked man with pan in Hong Kong murder case

Wife, 51, suspected to have hit victim with a stainless steel pan, investigators say.

Crime in Hong Kong

Man arrested over threatening to bomb Hong Kong’s Admiralty MTR station

Police say they searched station and found no suspicious objects.

The suspect threatened to bomb Admiralty MTR station on February 17, police say. Photo: Jelly Tse
Crime in Hong Kong

Hongkongers lost HK$350 million in online shopping scams in first 11 months of 2025

Police say about 63 per cent of cases between January and November last year involved bogus concert ticket sales.

Authorities plan to set up education efforts to educate young people about online shopping scams. Photo: Getty Images
Crime in Hong Kong

Editorial | Swift action on traffic accident scams in Hong Kong to be commended

Fraudulent claims over minor or non-existent traffic collisions should prompt drivers to remain alert on and off the road.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong murder suspect arrested after 37 years on run to be extradited

Mui Yiu-keung was wanted in connection with a brutal murder on a Sai Kung beach in 1989.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest hundreds in HK$620 million fraud, laundering crackdown

Operations target misuse of bank accounts, romance scams and money laundering through virtual currencies.

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Police seized about HK$620 million in suspected criminal proceeds. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Adidas concerned after woman complains fitting room opened twice at Mong Kok shop

Sportswear chain says it is fully cooperating with police’s investigation after woman took to social media to complain.

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Hong Kong national security law

‘Soft resistance’ among 4 main national security risks in Hong Kong: Chris Tang

Security chief tells radio show such threats ‘have not diminished’ and cites hotline that has received 1.1 million reports, some leading to arrests.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Editorial | Hong Kong should see animal protection as a shared civic duty

A pond-cleaning operation that resulted in the death of over a hundred fish highlights gaps in public awareness of and education on animal welfare.

A dead fish is seen at a pond at King Lam Estate in Tseung Kwan O on January 27. Photo: Jelly Tse
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New generation of Hong Kong police will need ‘iron bones’, security chief says

Secretary for Security Chris Tang warns ‘oppression by hostile foreign forces will not stop’, and calls for police to stand firm.

Secretary for Security Chris Tang inspects officers at Saturday’s passing-out parade. Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong

6 arrested over 51 million yen robbery in Hong Kong, with ‘mole’ among victims

Police chief Joe Chow says the six suspects include three Japanese men.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police probe 58 million yen theft at currency exchange shop

Two men escape in vehicle after alleged robbery at shop near 272 Des Voeux Road Central in Sheung Wan.

Hong Kong society

Letters | Kudos to Hong Kong police negotiators for listening and saving lives

Readers discuss the professionalised empathy of the Police Negotiation Cadre, measures against online scalping, and the use of public swimming pools.

Trainees with the Police Negotiation Cadre practise negotiating with a man through an interpreter in 2023. Photo: Elson LI
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong drivers warned to look out for sham compensation claims

Some motorists hit with sudden massive civil claims well after police close minor traffic cases.

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Minor car accidents have resulted in hefty compensation claims. Photo: Getty Images
Crime in Hong Kong

Man arrested as Hong Kong police seize illegal fireworks worth HK$1 million

Officers detain 37-year-old man after seizing pyrotechnics in shipping container during afternoon raid on Monday.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police probe pond cleaning operation that killed more than 100 fish

Contractor removed fish to conduct maintenance but allegedly failed to provide temporary space with enough air, according to animal rights group.

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