Riot police and protesters clash at Tai Koo MTR station. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong police deny planting evidence and say protesters dropped sticks during course of arrest

Video footage of the incident circulated on social media sparking an outcry among protesters
The escalation in violence on Sunday has led to one former member of the police watchdog to suggest officers should be investigated

Topic | Hong Kong protests

Chris Lau , Elizabeth Cheung , Victor Ting

Published: 4:48pm, 13 Aug, 2019

Updated: 11:06pm, 13 Aug, 2019

Riot police and protesters clash at Tai Koo MTR station. Photo: Handout

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Chris Lau

Chris is a reporter specialising in court and legal affairs in Hong Kong. From criminal justice to constitutional issues, he brings in the latest updates and in-depth analysis on legal issues that affect all aspects of the city. He also covers human rights issues extensively.

Elizabeth Cheung

Elizabeth Cheung has been a health reporter for the Post's Hong Kong desk since 2014. She covers general medical news, breakthrough medical treatments and research, government policy and hospital blunders. Elizabeth has a master's in development studies.