Air crew officer cleared over two public exposure charges
SingTao · 3 SOURCESabout 3 hours ago4 MIN
Summary
A 39-year-old Government Flying Service air crew officer was acquitted at Sha Tin Magistrates’ Courts on Wednesday of two counts of committing an indecent act in a public place over alleged exposure incidents at Fo Tan MTR Station and outside Lucky Plaza in Sha Tin. Acting Magistrate Cheung Tsz-him found that the defendant was the suspect in the Fo Tan station incident, but said doubts over witness observations and identification meant the court could not convict beyond reasonable doubt.
Key Points
- The defendant, Ng Pak-hang (吳百恒), 39, denied two counts alleging he indecently exposed his penis on 2 November 2025 and 16 January 2026.
- The charges related to the concourse near Exit C at Fo Tan MTR Station and outside Kweilin Court, Lucky Plaza, Sha Tin.
- In the Fo Tan case, CCTV footage and clothing seized from the defendant’s home, including a green top and purple trainers, were found to match the suspect.
- The magistrate said the first complainant’s evidence on whether trousers were pulled down and whether the penis was erect was inconsistent or unclear.
- In the Sha Tin roadside case, the court said the second complainant’s description was too general and mistaken identity could not be ruled out.
Why It Matters
The ruling shows that even where a defendant’s conduct appears highly suspicious, the court still requires reliable identification and clear witness evidence before convicting on public indecency charges. It also underlines how CCTV, clothing evidence and nearby vehicle evidence may support a case, but may not be enough if key witness testimony remains uncertain.