Hong Kong operation seizes about 20.39 million suspected illicit cigarettes
The 13–27 October operation covered nine cases, including six marine cases and searches of two Xintian warehouses.
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Defence challenges arrest and swab handling in Abby Choi trial
An officer denied using excessive force and said he had not forgotten the barcode labels or sealed evidence bags for the former husband’s samples.
19-year-old jailed for eight years over Wan Chai acid attack
The victim suffered burns over more than 10% of her body, spent 61 days in hospital and underwent multiple operations.
Yuen Long dog owner faces added animal-cruelty charge
The new count alleges a failure to control the dog at home; the case returns in January for prosecution documents to be disclosed.
Two workers hurt after falling from Aberdeen office boom platform
The platform was about six metres above ground.
Jordan restaurant fire sends smoke into street, closes lanes
Customers and staff evacuated as firefighters put out the blaze; no injuries were reported.
Water-main burst affects an estimated 10,000-plus households and businesses
The Highways Department said supplies began returning that evening; a flooded dim sum shop estimated losses at about HK$300,000.
Police appeal for help finding missing 80-year-old man
Reports said his phone last signalled in the Wu Kau Tang area; a government helicopter also helped search for him.
Four arrested after reported knife attack in Tai Po
The four men, aged 40 to 50, were arrested on suspicion of assault; the injured 41-year-old suffered a 7-centimetre leg wound.
Man charged after about 5.5kg of suspected crack cocaine seized
The drugs were found in six snack packages at Hong Kong International Airport and were estimated to be worth about HK$6 million.
Police arrest 30 over alleged prostitution network in Kwun Tong
Investigators said street cameras sent live footage to phones, helping members track patrols and warn women directed to solicit in public.
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