Surf spat: altercation at Shenzhen beach leads to ban, prompting regret by Hong Kong aficionado
Chinese security officers reportedly damaged board after swimmer complained about collision with surfer
Mainland Chinese security officers allegedly damaged a surfboard after a swimmer complained about a collision with a surfer at a popular beach east of Hong Kong.
A company, which manages the beach, also issued a statement banning all surfing activities from Friday onwards.
A video shot by witnesses at the scene showed a group of helmet-wearing officers surrounding a surfer on Xichong beach in eastern Shenzhen after he emerged from the water.
A man, wielding a long knife, appeared to be cutting into the surfboard while officers restrained the surfer who was shouting at the man to stop.
Pictures obtained by the Post show a triangular piece cut from the surfboard.
