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Seven arrested after reported car-and-crowd confrontation in Kwai Chung

Police said a private car drove towards a group of about 13 men; the vehicle was detained as the investigation continued.

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Public Safety & Justice · 14 Sep

Traveller arrested after live cat found in luggage at Lok Ma Chau

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Public Safety & Justice · 13 Sep

Man arrested after suspected Yau Ma Tei break-in escape fall

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Public Safety & Justice · 13 Sep

Two passengers arrested in suspected cannabis cases at Hong Kong airport

Customs said the two passengers arrived from Bangkok, with the suspected cannabis found in their checked baggage.

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Public Safety & Justice · 13 Sep

Tai Kok Tsui Dough Bros. shop reports suspected burglary

A person was reportedly seen entering at about 4am, while police are seeking someone described as wearing black clothing.

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Public Safety & Justice · 13 Sep

Tai Po bakery fire prompts about 50 people to evacuate

Firefighters used one breathing apparatus team and one water jet; no injuries were reported after the Fu Shan Street blaze.

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Public Safety & Justice · 13 Sep

HSBC to investigate reported unauthorised Apple iPhone purchases

The bank tells customers to suspend cards and report transactions promptly, while the number and cause of disputed orders remain unclear.

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Public Safety & Justice · 13 Sep

Police arrest two men on suspicion of drink-driving in New Territories North operation

The men allegedly failed alcohol breath tests during roadblocks and were released on bail pending investigation.

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Public Safety & Justice · 12 Sep

Tourist boat sinks off Hung Hom waterfront; no one trapped or injured

Firefighters secured the overturned vessel with ropes before divers searched it, while two nearby small boats were also reported sunk.

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Public Safety & Justice · 12 Sep

Driver arrested on suspicion of drug driving after Mong Kok collision

The reports disagree about whether a search found drugs, while the case remains under investigation.

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Public Safety & Justice · 12 Sep

Swimmer rescued unconscious after suspected drowning at Clear Water Bay

Ming Pao reported emergency treatment, while Star Headline gave a different account of the woman’s subsequent condition.

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Public Safety & Justice · 12 Sep

Two suspected break-ins reported in Repulse Bay

One report involved watches and cash; another involved handbags and jewellery, with the second loss still being counted.

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Public Safety & Justice · 12 Sep

Police report 51 arrests in two-day New Territories South operation

Roadblocks, vehicle checks and inspections of bars and game centres formed part of the operation, which targeted suspected vehicle-related and other offences.

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Public Safety & Justice · 12 Sep

Two found dead in Ma On Shan flat after odour reported

The flat was sealed for forensic examination and the case was referred to the Sha Tin district crime squad.

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Public Safety & Justice · 12 Sep

Man arrested after alleged dispute over shared Mark Six winnings

The ticket reportedly won a HK$228 million jackpot, while the disputed share was estimated at between HK$30 million and HK$33 million.