Mong Kok anti-drug den operation nets two more men
SingTao · 2 SOURCES1 day ago2 MIN
Summary
Hong Kong police said an anti-triad team in Mong Kok has been running Operation Mingfat since June to target the masterminds and operators behind drug dens in the district. On October 14, officers arrested a 48-year-old local man surnamed Wong on suspicion of operating a drug den and money laundering, alleging he handled more than HK$1 million in criminal proceeds. On October 15, police also arrested a 31-year-old local man surnamed Lam inside a correctional institution on suspicion of permitting premises to be used as a drug den. Officers further joined bailiffs to help the landlord successfully recover the unit linked to the case.
Key Points
- Mong Kok district police's anti-triad action group launched Operation Mingfat in June to target the behind-the-scenes masterminds and operators of local drug dens.
- The 48-year-old Wong was arrested in Mong Kok on October 14 for alleged drug den operation and money laundering involving over HK$1 million.
- The 31-year-old Lam was arrested on October 15 at a correctional institution over allegedly allowing rented premises to be used as a drug den.
- Police said two masterminds have been arrested under the operation so far, including a local man surnamed Yip arrested in June.
- Yip has been charged with money laundering, remains in custody, and is awaiting transfer of the case to the District Court.
Why It Matters
The case shows police are not only targeting suspected operators but also pursuing alleged financial beneficiaries and people accused of allowing premises to be used for drug activity. The recovery of the unit with bailiffs also points to a practical route for landlords seeking to regain control of properties tied to suspected crime.