The National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force today (November 5) took enforcement action in Mong Kok and arrested a 34-year-old local man. He was suspected of contravening the offence of "importing a publication that has a seditious intention" under Section 24 of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance.
 
     Investigation revealed that the arrested person, a company director of a local company, was suspected of importing seditious books into local bookstores with the intent to bring hatred, contempt or disaffection against the Central People’s Government and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

     In addition, under the authorisation of court warrants, Police searched the residence and company of the arrested person. Digital devices used to purchase the seditious books, documents, and other seditious books were seized. The arrested person is being detained for further enquiries.
 
     Police condemn the acts of the related persons and stress that "importing a publication that has a seditious intention" is a serious offence. Offenders shall be liable to imprisonment for seven years upon conviction. Members of the public are urged not to defy the law.

Ends/Thursday, November 5, 2026
Issued at HKT 22:22

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