Suspect in connection with a murder case returned to Hong Kong
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The 28-year-old man was suspected to be in connection with a murder happened in Sau Mau Ping on December 29, 2025 in which a 35-year-old woman was killed. He fled to the Mainland after the case.
With the information of the suspect, Police sought assistance from the Ministry of Public Security and other law enforcement agencies. The suspect was subsequently arrested in the Mainland.
The HKPF were grateful for the invaluable assistance rendered by the Ministry of Public Security and other law enforcement agencies, which resulted in the arrest of the suspect. The arrest of the suspect in the Mainland demonstrated the determination of the Police and other different law enforcement agencies in combating crimes jointly and to uphold the rule of law.
The man is being detained for enquiries.
Active investigation by Regional Crime Unit of Kowloon East is under way.
Ends/Saturday, January 17, 2026
Issued at HKT 18:23
Issued at HKT 18:23
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