The arrested 87-year-old allegedly told supporters of those convicted over the Yuen Long MTR station attack that he had taken part as well. Photo: YouTube
The arrested 87-year-old allegedly told supporters of those convicted over the Yuen Long MTR station attack that he had taken part as well. Photo: YouTube
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Hong Kong police arrest 87-year-old man in connection with 2019 Yuen Long MTR station assault

  • The octogenarian, surnamed Wong, reportedly showed up at a street booth last week proclaiming he had taken part in attack on protesters and commuters
  • He is being detained on suspicion of rioting and conspiracy to wound with intent

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Zoe Low and Clifford Lo

Updated: 9:29pm, 19 Aug, 2021

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The arrested 87-year-old allegedly told supporters of those convicted over the Yuen Long MTR station attack that he had taken part as well. Photo: YouTube
The arrested 87-year-old allegedly told supporters of those convicted over the Yuen Long MTR station attack that he had taken part as well. Photo: YouTube
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