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The couple lived in a single-storey house in Mui Tsz Lam village in Ma On Shan. Photo: Felix Wong
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong man denies intent to kill girlfriend, says ‘she was an alien’

Tang Lung-fai, 56, admits causing girlfriend’s death in 2022 scuffle but denies he intended to murder her.

Hong Kong courts

Ex-Hong Kong lawmaker Chim Pui-chung granted HK$5 million bail in fraud appeal

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong court convicts British woman of blackmailing banker over false rape claim

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong boy, 14, held over online videos, photos depicting abuse of cats

Student reportedly part of online group that sent graphic material to cat‑rescue groups on the mainland and incited others to dox the volunteers.

The boy must report back to Sham Shui Po Police Station next month. Photo: Handout
The boy must report back to Sham Shui Po Police Station next month. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong government: golf course flats study has ‘no legal effect’ in appeal

Rule changes render environmental study moot, lawyer says as authorities appeal court ruling rejecting report’s approval.

Jimmy Lai trial

Ex-Apple Daily executive first to appeal sentence in landmark Hong Kong trial

Fung Wai-kong, former managing editor of Apple Daily’s English edition, filed appeal with Hong Kong’s High Court on Monday.

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Hong Kong courts

Mentally ill Hongkonger admits killing mother he mistook for ‘monster lizard’

Man has been under mental healthcare since 2015 for schizophrenia symptoms, including hallucinations and delusions, court told.

The defendant lived in Sheung Wing House, Upper Ngau Tau Kok Estate. Photo: Handout
The defendant lived in Sheung Wing House, Upper Ngau Tau Kok Estate. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong man gets 4 years for fatal fight over bicycle payment

Jury cleared Wong Koon-ming of murder but convicted him of manslaughter following dispute over HK$800 payment in Tin Shui Wai in 2022.

Accidents and personal safety

6 injured in blast aboard Marine Department vessel in Hong Kong

Preliminary investigation suggests operation of anchor windlass ignited gas leaking from batteries stored in forehold compartment.

Crime in Hong Kong

Man claiming to have Aids arrested after hijacking Hong Kong bus, causing crash

Bus driver reported to police after passengers said suspect smashed rear-right windows with emergency escape hammer.

A man has been arrested after hijacking a bus in Hong Kong and causing it to crash. Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong

Personal data stolen in ransomware attack on Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping 360 attraction

Company apologises after breach compromises information about staff, annual pass holders, suppliers and tenants at Ngong Ping Village.

The operator has said the compromised internal network is separate from the cable car operation system, and safety and electronic payment data remains unaffected. Photo: Elson Li
The operator has said the compromised internal network is separate from the cable car operation system, and safety and electronic payment data remains unaffected. Photo: Elson Li
Accidents and personal safety

Wild boar put down after 5 hurt as animal roamed MTR station, housing estate

One elderly woman reportedly bitten by animal, three others knocked down and worker injured.

Hong Kong courts

Retiree jailed for 8 months over seditious posts against Hong Kong government

Lam Ming-chung, 68, admits to posting seditious comments, including calling on voters to boycott last year’s Legislative Council election.

Hong Kong society

South China Morning Post publisher Tammy Tam appointed to Law Reform Commission

Tam succeeds May Chan, news director at Commercial Radio, who completed two three-year terms.

South China Morning Post publisher Tammy Tam will serve a three-year term on the Law Reform Commission. Photo: SCMP
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong doctor, clinic operator held over illegal hair transplant procedures

Authorities raid clinic in Cameron Commercial Centre on Hennessy Road after receiving tip-off it is offering cell transplant treatment for hair loss.

The clinic is located in Cameron Commercial Centre on Hennessy Road. Photo: Google Maps
The clinic is located in Cameron Commercial Centre on Hennessy Road. Photo: Google Maps
Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong fugitive’s father jailed for trying to cash out her insurance policy

Kwok Yin-sang handed an eight-month sentence as judge rules his dealings with US-based activist Anna Kwok’s assets breached national security law.

Crime in Hong Kong

Court clears Jimmy Lai of fraud as government slams him for ‘exploiting resources’

Court of Appeal quashes conviction, ruling prosecution failed to prove Lai had made a ‘false representation’ or could be held liable for concealment.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong inspector dies after shooting herself, probe under way

Inspector shot herself inside Kwun Tong Police Station at about 7.45am.

Kwun Tong Police Station. Photo: Jelly Tse
Kwun Tong Police Station. Photo: Jelly Tse
SFC

SFC moves to freeze assets of 3 insider traders who have left Hong Kong

Former HKEX listing division staffer and two relatives used confidential information to trade shares between 2020 and 2025.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong medical officer suspended over indecent assault charge against colleague

Security Bureau has confirmed the suspension of senior officer Alex Wong, who is due in court on charges of indecent assault.

Hong Kong courts

14 convicted of bribing ESF worker to obtain places at Hong Kong kindergarten

Defendants face prison sentences for offering English Schools Foundation employee up to HK$200,000 in exchange for kindergarten admission.

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Former English Schools Foundation (ESF) administrator Fatima Rumjahn testified against the 14 defendants as part of her plea agreement. Photo: Brian Wong
Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong court dismisses appeals of 12 activists over landmark subversion case

Court also upholds acquittal of Lawrence Lau Wai-chung, with Department of Justice to consider appealing ruling.

A correctional services vehicle transports the appellants to court. Photo: Dickson Lee
A correctional services vehicle transports the appellants to court. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong courts

Dad throttled wife, child in rage over trivial quarrels, Hong Kong court hears

49-year-old defendant, who works with Immigration Department, pleads guilty to six counts of common assault.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong protests: former young offenders sent on mainland China exchange tours

Head of correctional authorities says expansion of existing scheme aims to boost patriotism and understanding of Chinese culture.

Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong commentator facing up to 7 years in jail in seditious posts case

Magistrate grants prosecutors’ request to transfer case of Wong Kwok-ngon, known by pen name Wong On-yin, to higher District Court.

Wong Kwok-ngon, better known by his pen name Wong On-yin, is being tried under the national security law for his comments on last November’s Tai Po fire. Photo: Handout
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