Technology Crime Division
 

Technology Crime Statistics in Hong Kong

The table below illustrates the figures of Technology Crime in Hong Kong between 2003 to 2008.

Title of Offence
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
Unauthorized Access to Computer by telecommunication
47
11
8
6
6
7
Access to Computer with Criminal Dishonest Intent
356
329
441
471
333
277
Criminal Damage
16
11
6
5
4
3
Obtaining Property by Deception
86
105
145
193
215
387
Obtaining Services by Deception
17
15
9
12
8
5
Thefts (E-banking related)
8
19
3
0
1
2
Others*
58
70
41
54
67
110
Total
588
560
653
741
634
791

*Others include traditional offences such as criminal intimidation, using a false instrument etc.