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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Bus driver died after alleged assault over smoking complaint

Reports said he died 11 or 12 days after the alleged assault; prosecutors said head trauma caused his death.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Four visitors arrested over alleged illegal work before National Day Golden Week

Immigration officers booked cheap makeup, photography and tour services before arresting the women when they arrived to provide them.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Fire at JFFT studio in Tsuen Wan prompts evacuation of 20 people

No injuries were reported after firefighters extinguished the blaze in about 23 minutes; a preliminary assessment linked it to an electrical short circuit.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Man found trapped near Siu Hong Station is confirmed dead

Rescuers recovered the man from a floodwater catchment area beside the light-rail station on September 28.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Post-war British shell found and detonated at Lei Yue Mun park renovation site

About 15 people were evacuated after a worker discovered a shell about 60 centimetres long; nobody was injured during its disposal.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Magistrate finds prima facie case over alleged filming beneath woman’s dress

The defendant denies illegally filming or observing a woman beneath her dress; closing submissions are due as he remains on bail.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Couple granted bail over alleged HK$6 million government-backed loan fraud

The couple face five charges over alleged false company records and handling suspected criminal proceeds, with the case returning in November.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Taxi driver reportedly collapses on Ching Cheung Road, four passengers unharmed

Four passengers were transferred to another taxi after the driver was found unconscious while travelling towards Kwun Tong.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Charge withdrawn over alleged Lai King Instagram bomb post

The 19-year-old student’s charge was withdrawn after prosecutors sought legal advice; police found no suspicious items at the assessment centre.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Jury discharged in Abby Choi murder trial before opening statement

A juror cited health concerns, prompting the High Court to order a fresh selection of nine jurors on Wednesday.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

About 20 injured as minibus and truck crash on Fanling Highway

The minibus driver was trapped and rescued, while drivers were advised to take alternative routes near Choi Yuen Estate.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

29-year-old man dies after reported fall at Shek Lei Estate

He was found unconscious outside Shek Kwong House and later died in hospital; police are awaiting an autopsy to determine the cause.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Man arrested after suspected pinhole cameras found in Sha Tin gym changing rooms

A member alerted staff after spotting an unusual gap; the operator says it will inspect concealed areas across its branches.

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Public Safety & Justice · 28 Sep

Marine Department to investigate yacht’s near miss with six-person rowing crew

The boat was taking part in a 41-kilometre Sai Kung race when a yacht passed close enough to unsettle it.

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Public Safety & Justice · 27 Sep

Man dies after collapsing during outing at Crescent Island

The 30-year-old was flown unconscious to hospital after collapsing at about 1pm while a heat warning was in effect.