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Latest news, analysis and opinion on the Hong Kong police force, including crime, justice and protests.
Police chief Raymond Siu at the passing-out parade at the Hong Kong Police College in Wong Chuk Hang. Photo: Jelly Tse

Police chief recalls 36 years on force, expects Hong Kong stability to improve

Police chief Raymond Siu, whose term ends next month, calls on graduating class to demonstrate professionalism and prioritise residents’ well-being.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police suspect cruelty after 2 cats allegedly fall from height, 1 dead

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police hunt for helper who allegedly assaulted cancer patient, 81

Crime in Hong Kong

Snakes in the mail: Hong Kong police probe parcel with 10 reptiles for Australia

Logistics company alerted police after discovering lizards and snakes inside package during X-ray.

The logistics company contacted police after discovering the 10 reptiles during an X-ray. Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest parent after boy, 5, found wandering alone

The boy was spotted walking alone at 100 Ching Tak Street after 7pm on Monday.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s Article 23, a year of restraint but what about broader impact?

While domestic security law has not been applied as broadly as feared, government urged to disclose more information about how it’s being used.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Thai Airways passenger charged after HK$10,000 stolen from backpack

Victim stored HK$6,500 and 30,000 Philippine pesos in overhead compartment.

A man from mainland China has been accused of stealing cash from a passenger’s backpack on an inbound flight from Bangkok. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong in talks with banks on how to freeze scam-linked accounts more swiftly

HKMA, police discuss options with banks in bid to prevent scammers from quickly transferring money out of city, Post learns.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police to crack down on traffic offences after fatal accidents rise 40%

Officers to target both drivers and pedestrians by filming from elevated spots, along with plain-clothes patrols.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Man arrested over setting fires at 2 clothing stores in Hong Kong airport

Fire at first store was quickly put out by staff, but police investigation suggests second shop also targeted.

Officers under the police’s Airport District investigation team are following up on the case. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong says it doesn’t send anonymous reward letters after Australia hits out

Wanted activists Kevin Yam and Ted Hui, both in Australia, reportedly the target of letters and pamphlets that have sparked official response.

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Kevin Yam (front) at a rally in Hong Kong in 2015. The letters promised a reward for information concerning the wanted activist. Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong

No need to offer cash rewards for ‘space oil’ tip-offs, Hong Kong official says

Commissioner for Narcotics Kesson Lee also notes spate of arrests related to drug since key ingredient was banned last month.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest 6 linked to phone scam gang operating for months

Suspects, aged 23 to 44, arrested in raids as officers warn schools to be on their guard against scammers after janitors caught out.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest 3 suspects in connection with fatal Sha Tin slashing

Father and son accused of being masterminds behind attack, as officers still on the hunt for two assailants, a spotter and a driver.

Officers equipped with shields and other protective gear were seen searching King Hing Building along Mong Kok’s Argyle Street on Monday noon. Photo: Jelly Tse
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong restaurant worker arrested after camera found in women’s restroom

Force alerted after female diner finds hidden camera in restroom of restaurant on Man Ying Street in Jordan.

Voyeurism carries a maximum jail sentence of five years in Hong Kong. Photo: Getty Images
Crime in Hong Kong

2 arrested in Hong Kong after man, 79, allegedly swindled out of HK$2.6 million

Two brothers, aged 29 and 33, arrested after bank staff alert authorities about suspicious transfers from alleged victim’s account.

Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong van driver dies after crashing into fire engine on West Kowloon Highway

Fire engine had stopped on highway to attend to separate traffic accident.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest 74, seize HK$1.6 million of drugs including ‘space oil’

Force confiscates 36 space oil capsules, 327 grams of crack cocaine, 40 grams of cocaine and 2.3kg of marijuana during anti-triad operation.

Police display confiscated gambling equipment seized during an anti-triad operation. Photo: Sam Tsang
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police ‘arrest 3 after HK$3 million Disneyland warehouse theft’

Source says stolen electronics, including network switches, were sold to a recycling store in three separate batches.

Crime in Hong Kong

Teenager arrested over HK$200,000 ‘space oil’ production in Hong Kong hotel

Boy aged 16 apprehended with manufacturing ingredients and tools in raid of North Point premises.

Crime in Hong Kong

Man arrested for allegedly indecently assaulting nurse at Hong Kong hospital

Suspect was taken to hospital for treatment of injuries to thigh and eye sustained while drunk.

The victim was taken to Kwong Wah Hospital in Yau Ma Tei with suspected knife wounds on his left thigh and bleeding in his right eye. Photo: Warton Li
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police investigate copper pipe theft in Shau Kei Wan park

Staff from Aldrich Bay Playground alerted police after discovering about 110 metres of water pipes were missing.

The stolen copper water pipes were located in different areas of the park in Shau Kei Wan. Photo: Google Maps
Hong Kong

Middle-aged man found dead at popular Hong Kong beach

Man in his forties discovered at Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern district, a well-known swimming destination.

Crime in Hong Kong

6 young people arrested in Hong Kong after teen girl allegedly slapped 15 times

Video emerges of alleged assault on 14-year-old that took place last year, with some assailants heard urging others to ‘slap harder’.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong police install 11 CCTV camera sets in Kwun Tong under new traffic plan

New system designed to focus on traffic data rather than capturing information about residents, chief inspector says.

Eleven sets of CCTV cameras have been installed in Kwun Tong. Photo: Winson Wong
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s anti-corruption agency records uptick in complaints in 2024

Biggest spike in complaints involves Correctional Services Department, with 144 per cent increase over previous year.

The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) received a slight increase in complaints last year. Photo: Jelly Tse
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest 3 for allegedly stealing HK$8,400 on flight from Bangkok

Passenger discovers cash missing from backpack stored in overhead compartment during the flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong.

Crime in Hong Kong

Scammers target Hong Kong school staff, with 1 victim losing HK$130,000

Force says it recorded more than 10 cases of scammers preying on school employees in February.

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