Hong Kong police arrest boy, 15, for allegedly possessing 11kg of fireworks on Lunar New Year’s Eve
- Police stop group of people from illegally setting off fireworks on a beach in Ma On Shan
- Video clips posted online show firework displays in Sha Tin and Tuen Mun
Hong Kong police arrested a 15-year-old boy in connection with the illegal possession of fireworks on Lunar New Year’s Eve on Saturday, while online video clips showed pyrotechnics being set off in at least two districts.
The force on Sunday said it had stopped a group of people from illegally setting off fireworks on a beach near Lok Wo Sha Lane in Ma On Shan during an operation against such activity.
A police spokesman said a boy, 15, was found to have about 11kg of fireworks with him. He was arrested for the illegal possession of fireworks and firecrackers.
A boy, 17, wanted by police was also arrested for allegedly claiming to be a member of a triad society previously and jumping court bail.
The force said it was concerned about illegal displays near residential blocks, adding that it was “extremely irresponsible to set off fireworks or firecrackers” in such areas.
“It poses a danger to the safety of others and oneself and can cause fires or even explosions at any time,” the spokesman said.