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safety Scmp World 2026-04-30

Hong Kong Police Intercept Suspect After Attempted Armed Bank Robbery

Hong Kong police apprehended a man following an attempted armed bank robbery in Causeway Bay. The suspect reportedly demanded HK$100,000 from a Hang Seng Bank branch with a knife, but fled after an alarm was triggered.


Hong Kong police have intercepted a man over an alleged attempted armed bank robbery in Causeway Bay on Thursday afternoon. The suspect allegedly attempted to steal HK$100,000 (US$12,760) from a Hang Seng Bank branch on Yee Wo Street shortly before 5pm, reportedly armed with a knife. He approached a counter and handed over a note demanding the money, claiming he was carrying a knife. A staff member immediately triggered the alarm, prompting the suspect to flee in an unknown direction. Police...

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