After in-depth investigation, officers of National Security Department of Hong Kong Police conducted search operation today (August 10) with a warrant issued by a Magistrate and arrested nine men and a woman, aged between 23 and 72, in various districts. They were suspected in collusion with a foreign country or with external elements to endanger national security, contravening Article 29 of the Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (National Security Law), and conspiracy to defraud.
 
     All arrestees are being detained for further enquires. Investigation is underway and further arrests may be made.

Ends/Monday, August 10, 2020
Issued at HKT 23:44

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