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Crime news including the latest on murder cases, the hunt for serial killers, triads, court cases and trials, shootings, burglary, armed robbery and corruption.
Justice chief Paul Lam defends cutting off financial assistance for Hong Kong absconders. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s Paul Lam defends absconder aid cuts after US ‘repression’ claims

‘On the contrary, the US has engaged in transnational bullying that is completely in violation of international relations and law,’ justice chief says.

Britain

UK court grants bail to comedian Russell Brand amid rape, assault charges

Sweden

Sweden frees teen, arrests 3 men in triple murder shooting probe

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong hotel accounting manager jailed for 6 years over HK$26 million fraud

39-year-old used stolen funds from the Four Seasons Hotel to purchase a HK$5.88 million flat in Tseung Kwan O and luxury Porsche sports car.

Chan Yiu-choi issued 112 forged cheques from the hotel to his personal bank or credit card accounts between July 2017 and September 2021. Photo: Sun Yeung
Indonesia

Indonesian city considers China-style boot camps to curb youth crime surge

West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi proposed the idea in response to a recent increase in youth crimes, such as drug use and violence, in Depok city.

Japan

Japanese police arrest man for ploughing his car into children

The seven children, who had been on their way home from school, were injured and rushed to hospital but all remained conscious.

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Malaysia

Malaysia’s anti-graft agency seeks powers to claw back billions in illicit funds

The MACC is seeking new powers to negotiate the return of large sums of money without first having to press charges.

Malaysia attorney-general Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar (second left) and his team arrives to appeal against a royal addendum for jailed former prime minister Najib Razak at the Federal Court in Putrajaya, Malaysia on Monday. Photo: EPA-EFE
Thailand

Thai taxi driver filmed blocking ambulance before patient’s death sparks outrage

Dashcam footage of the incident in Phuket has reignited public anger over drivers ignoring emergency sirens.

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Malaysia

Malaysian man tells loan sharks to burn mum’s house, kidnap her grandchild

The woman said her gambling-addicted son asked the lenders to scare her into paying his debts after she cut all ties with him.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police investigate after woman, 38, found dead in Yuen Long flat

No suspicious wounds have been found on the woman’s body, insider says.

A woman, 38, has been found dead at a flat in Yuen Long. Photo: Google Maps
Japan

Naked man’s deadly rampage in Japan leaves public demanding answers from police

“I shouldn’t talk about it,” he said when arrested, leading people to speculate on the motive behind his bizarre behaviour.

A naked man went on a rampage stealing and crashing cars, and assaulting people in Japan. Photo: Shutterstock
South Korea

Quick-thinking South Korean police rescue woman after silent 112 call for help

The wordless phone call received a rapid police response thanks to Senior Patrol Officer Kim Hye-jin’s instincts and training.

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Australia

Australian triple-murder suspect accused of killing with ‘special’ mushroom meal

She is accused of three murders – including her parents-in-law – and one attempted murder, all with death cap mushrooms in 2023.

Thailand

‘Is this the Thailand we want?’ Brutal murder exposes tourist boom’s dark side

Police say a Chinese national confessed to the horrific killing of a transgender woman in Pattaya, fuelling concerns about visitor screening.

The body of Woranun Pannacha, 25, was discovered early on Saturday in a rented room in Pattaya. Photo: Handout
Nordic nations

Sweden arrests teen after deadly gun attack kills 3

Swedish media reported that at least one of the dead had connections to organised gang crime.

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A police officer at the scene. Photo: TT News Agency via Reuters
Singapore

Singapore student arrested after cutting teacher with a penknife

The teacher is recovering after receiving medical attention, while police are investigating the incident.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest 99 in citywide drug trafficking crackdown

Operation involving 68 separate cases results in seizure of 220kg of narcotics worth HK$117 million, with suspects aged between 13 and 74.

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South Korea

Air Busan passenger detained by Chinese police after latest emergency door scare

South Korean airlines have been urged to enhance their security measures following a spate of mid-flight incidents.

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There has been a spate of incidents where passengers attempt to open emergency exit doors on board South Korean flights. Photo: Shutterstock
South Korea

Student in South Korea injures 7 during stabbing rampage at Cheongju high school

Police are investigating the motive behind the shocking attack that injured educators, staff and a parent.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong radio DJ arrested for alleged voyeurism after recording nurse

Suspect ‘was arrested last night and admitted to recording the video for his fantasies’, insider says.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hongkonger conned out of HK$2 million trying to recover HK$5,000 lost in scam

Fraudster claimed to know ‘team’ that could help recover funds lost in scams, but told victim she had to pay a deposit first, police say.

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The woman, 37, was tricked into the recovery scheme earlier this month after a person on Telegram told her he had also been scammed. Photo: Getty Images
Kim Kardashian

10 on trial in Paris over 2016 gunpoint robbery of Kim Kardashian

Reality TV star will travel to Paris to give evidence as 10 people face charges of robbery and kidnapping.

Kim Kardashian is expected to attend the trial of 10 people accused of robbing her at gunpoint at a Paris hotel in 2016. Photo: TNS
Britain

UK to stop foreign sex offenders receiving refugee protections

‘Sex offenders who pose a risk to the community should not be allowed to benefit from refugee protections in the UK,’ interior ministry said.

US immigration

US Republicans propose charging asylum seekers US$1,000 per application

Republicans also want to impose a giant fee of US$8,500 for anyone wanting to sponsor a child to get them out of federal custody.

Fame and celebrity

6 celebrities currently doing time behind bars

From R&B legends and a Real Housewife to a former sitcom star – these famous folks sensationally went from riches to rags overnight … and are still paying for their crimes.

Danny Masterson, Elizabeth Holmes and R. Kelly are all serving time in prison. Photos: AP, AFP, TNS
Japan

Japanese police warn of lethal Chinese-made toy guns sold online

Authorities say 16 models marketed as toys are capable of firing live ammunition with deadly force like real handguns.

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A handout from Japan’s National Police Agency showing the different models of guns being marketed as toys online that are capable of firing live ammunition with lethal force. Photo: National Police Agency
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong police asked to investigate after flat catches fire twice in 2 days

‘Suspicious’ people were captured on CCTV inside flat at Wah Shun House, Fire Services Department says.

Canada

Prosecutors charge suspect with murder after car attack at Vancouver festival

Suspect, identified as Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, of Vancouver, was charged with eight counts of second-degree murder.

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