A 22-year-old woman from Hong Kong was arrested at the Hong Kong International Airport on Friday (Jan. 23) after security personnel discovered suspected pepper spray in her carry-on luggage during a security check. The woman was preparing to board a flight to Singapore when the prohibited item was detected, prompting security staff to notify the police.
Airport District officers arrived at the scene, conducted an investigation, and seized the suspected pepper spray. The woman was arrested on suspicion of violating the "Arms and Ammunition Ordinance" and has been released on bail pending further investigation. The case is being handled by the Airport District criminal investigation team.
This incident marks the eighth case of a similar nature since Dec. 24 last year. According to the police, some travelers have been found attempting to transport prohibited items such as retractable batons, iron lotus weapons, bullet casings, or pepper spray out of HK.
Authorities have reiterated that carrying prohibited items, whether in checked or carry-on luggage, is a violation of local law. Convicted offenders face a maximum penalty of five years in prison. The police have urged the public to strictly adhere to the law and avoid such offenses.
(Source: Wen Wei Po)
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