Hong Kong Police Force - Press Release

Special traffic arrangements for Halloween

2026-10-29 17:59:48

The Police announced today (October 29) that special traffic arrangements will be implemented in Central from October 30 to November 1 to facilitate the celebration of Halloween.

A. Road closure

Phase I

The following roads will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic on October 30 and 31:

From 2pm on October 30 to 5am of the following day

- D’Aguilar Street between Wyndham Street and Wellington Street;
- Lan Kwai Fong;
- Wing Wah Lane;
- Wo On Lane;
- Wellington Street between Wyndham Street and D’Aguilar Street; and
- On Lan Street.

Depending on crowd situation, the following roads may be closed to all vehicular traffic:

Phase II

From 7pm on October 30 to 5am of the following day

- Queen’s Road Central between Pedder Street and Pottinger Street;
- Duddell Street;
- Ice House Street between Lower Albert Road and Queen’s Road Central;
- Lower Albert Road westbound between Garden Road and Upper Albert Road;
- D’Aguilar Street between Wellington Street and Queen’s Road Central;
- Wellington Street between D’Aguilar Street and Cochrane Street;
- Stanley Street between D’ Aguilar Street and Cochrane Street;
- Cochrane Street between Wellington Street and Stanley Street;
- Wyndham Street between Glenealy and Queen’s Road Central; and
- Lyndhurst Terrace.

Phase III

From 8pm on October 30 to 5am of the following day

- Jubilee Street;
- Pottinger Street between Connaught Road Central and Des Voeux Road Central;
- Queen Victoria Street between Connaught Road Central and Des Voeux Road Central;
- Wyndham Street between Arbuthnot Road and Glenealy;
- The slip road leading from Cotton Tree Drive southbound to Queen’s Road Central westbound;
- The slip road leading from Garden Road to Queen’s Road Central westbound; and
- Arbuthnot Road northbound.

B. Banning of turning movement

All vehicles will be temporarily prohibited from making left turns from Upper Albert Road to Lower Albert Road westbound from 7pm to 5am of the following day on October 30 and 31.

C. Suspension of motorcycle parking spaces

The motorcycle parking spaces at the following roads will be suspended from 1pm to 5am of the following day on October 30 and 31:

- Stanley Street near D’Aguilar Street;
- On Lan Street; and
- Wyndham Street between Arbuthnot Road and D’Aguilar Street.

Any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts mentioned above will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to multiple ticketing.

The Police will implement appropriate arrangements subject to the prevailing traffic and crowd conditions. Members of the public are advised to exercise tolerance and patience, and take heed of instructions of police officers on site.

Crowd safety management measures and special traffic arrangements for Northern Metropolis Marathon 2026

2026-10-29 12:14:34

The Police today (October 29) reminded the public that crowd safety management measures and special traffic arrangements will be implemented from tomorrow (October 30) to facilitate the Northern Metropolis Marathon 2026 this Sunday (November 1). Members of the public are urged to plan their journeys in advance and to make use of public transport and shuttle bus services as far as possible.

(I) Temporary road closures and traffic diversions

Depending on the actual finishing time of the race, and complete clearance for safe reopening of roads to vehicular traffic, the following roads will be closed to all vehicular traffic at the time specified below:

(A) Road closures – public carriageway

Phase I

From 2am to about 8am on November 1

- On Lai Street between Tai Chung Kiu Road and On Sum Street (except the slow lane of On Lai Street eastbound between Tai Chung Kiu Road and On Ping Street);
- The slow lane of On Sum Street northbound between CLP Power Hong Kong Limited – Shatin Centre and On Lai Street; and
- On Muk Street between Yu Tak Court and the cul-de-sac.

Traffic diversions

- Vehicles on On Lai Street southbound heading for On Sum Street will be diverted via On Ping Street;
- Vehicles on On Sum Street heading for On King Street will be diverted via On Lai Street eastbound, On Kwan Street northbound, On Yiu Street eastbound, On Ming Street southbound, Siu Lek Yuen Road westbound and Tai Chung Kiu Road northbound; and
- Vehicles on On Sum Street northbound between On Muk Street and On Lai Street heading for Tai Chung Kiu Road will be diverted via On Sum Street northbound and On Sum Street westbound.

Phase II

From 3am to about 11am on November 1

- Heung Yuen Wai Highway northbound between Fanling Highway and Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang;
- Lung Shan Tunnel northbound;
- The right-turn lane on Pak Wo Road northbound leading to Fanling Highway southbound;
- The slip road leading from Fanling Highway northbound to Heung Yuen Wai Highway northbound;
- The link road between Fanling Highway southbound and Fanling Highway Bus Interchange;
- The link road between Fanling Highway southbound and Tai Wo Service Road East;
- Tai Wo Service Road East between Caltex Kau Lung Hang and Kiu Tau;
- The link road between Fanling Highway Bus Interchange and Heung Yuen Wai Highway northbound; and
- All access roads between Kau Lung Hang and Fanling Highway Bus Interchange.

Traffic diversions

- Vehicles on Jockey Club Road southbound heading for Fanling Highway southbound via Fanling Highway Bus Interchange will be diverted via the temporary slip road leading from Jockey Club Road to Fanling Highway southbound;
- Vehicles on Pak Wo Road northbound heading for Fanling Highway southbound will be diverted via Jockey Club Road northbound, U-turn at Jockey Club Road - Sha Tau Kok Road roundabout, Jockey Club Road southbound, and the temporary slip road leading from Jockey Club Road to Fanling Highway southbound;
- Vehicles on Fanling Highway southbound heading for Heung Yuen Wai Highway northbound will be diverted via Fanling Highway southbound, U-turn at Lam Kam Road Interchange, Fanling Highway northbound, Fanling Bypass northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Ma Mei Ha northbound and Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang northbound;
- Vehicles on Fanling Highway southbound heading for Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang northbound will be diverted via Fanling Highway southbound, U-turn at Lam Kam Road Interchange, Fanling Highway northbound, Fanling Bypass northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau northbound and Sha Tau Kok Road – Ma Mei Ha northbound;
- Vehicles on Fanling Highway southbound heading for Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang southbound will be diverted via Fanling Highway southbound, U-turn at Lam Kam Road Interchange, Fanling Highway northbound, Fanling Bypass northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Ma Mei Ha northbound and U-turn at Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang roundabout;
- Vehicles on Fanling Highway southbound heading for Tai Wo Service Road East will be diverted via Fanling Highway southbound, U-turn at Lam Kam Road Interchange, Tai Wo Service Road West northbound and Kau Lung Hang Vehicular Bridge;
- Vehicles on Fanling Highway northbound heading for Heung Yuen Wai Highway northbound will be diverted via Fanling Highway northbound, Fanling Bypass northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Ma Mei Ha northbound and Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang northbound;
- Vehicles on Fanling Highway northbound heading for Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang northbound will be diverted via Fanling Highway northbound, Fanling Bypass northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau northbound and Sha Tau Kok Road – Ma Mei Ha northbound;
- Vehicles on Fanling Highway northbound heading for Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang southbound will be diverted via Fanling Highway northbound, Fanling Bypass northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau northbound, Sha Tau Kok Road – Ma Mei Ha northbound and U-turn at Sha Tau Kok Road – Wo Hang roundabout; and
– Vehicles on Tai Wo Service Road East heading for Fanling Highway southbound will be diverted via Kau Lung Hang Vehicular Bridge, Tai Wo Service Road West southbound and Lam Kam Road Interchange.

Phase III

From 3am to about 3pm on November 1

– Fung Ling Road northbound between Ma Sik Road and Fanling Bypass;
– Fanling Bypass southbound between Fung Ling Road and Fanling Highway;
– The slip road leading from Fanling Bypass southbound to Lung Yeuk Tau Interchange; and
– The slip road leading from Lung Yeuk Tau Interchange to Fanling Bypass southbound.

Traffic diversions

– Vehicles on Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau northbound heading for Fanling Highway southbound will be diverted via U-turn at Lung Yeuk Tau roundabout, Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau southbound, Lok Yip Road eastbound and Jockey Club Road southbound;
– Vehicles on Sha Tau Kok Road – Lung Yeuk Tau southbound heading for Fanling Highway southbound will be diverted via Lok Yip Road eastbound and Jockey Club Road southbound;
– Vehicles on Ma Sik Road northbound heading for Fanling Highway southbound will be diverted via Fan Leng Lau Road southbound, Lok Yip Road eastbound and Jockey Club Road southbound; and
– Vehicles on Ma Sik Road southbound heading for Fanling Highway southbound will be diverted via So Kwun Po Road southbound and Fanling Highway southbound.

Phase IV

– A section of Tai Chung Kiu Road between On Sum Street and Siu Lek Yuen Road will be temporarily closed from 6.20 am to about 6.35 am on November 1.

(B) Road closures – public cycle tracks

Phase I

From 4am to about 8am on November 1

– Cycle track between Tai Chung Kiu Road (near On Muk Street Garden) and Shui Chong Street (via Twin Bridge);

Phase II

From 4am to about 8.30 am on November 1

– Cycle track between Shui Chong Street and MTR University Station.

Phase III

From 4am to about 10am on November 1

– Cycle track between Tung Cheong Street and Plover Cove Road (near Tai Po River).

Phase IV

From 6am to about 10am on November 1

– Cycle track between Mui Shu Hang Road and Hong Lok Yuen Road.

Phase V

From 6am to about noon on November 1

– Cycle track between Hong Lok Yuen Road and Yuk Tong Path; and
– Cycle track between Police Driving and Traffic Training Centre and Ling Shan Road.

(C) Partial closures – public footpath

Phase I

From 4am to about 8am on November 1

– The western footpath along On Lai Street between On Ping Street and Tai Chung Kiu Road;
– The southern footpath along Tai Chung Kiu Road between On Lai Street and On Muk Street Garden; and
– The footpath on footbridge NF149 across Tolo Highway near Shui Chong Street.

Pedestrians can use the remaining width of footpath in the above sections.

Phase II

From 4am to about 9am on November 1

– The footpath between University Station Cycling Entry/Exit Hub and Pak Shek Kok Promenade;
– The footpath within Pak Shek Kok Promenade; and
– The footpath along Tolo Harbour between Chong San Road Public Toilet and Island House Lane.

Pedestrians can use the remaining width of footpath in the above sections.

Phase III

From 4am to about 10am on November 1

– The footpath within Yuen Chau Tsai Park and Kwong Nam Sitting-out Area;
– The footpath along Lam Tsuen River between Nam Wan Road Sitting-out Area and Mui Shue Hang Playground;
– The footpath within Mui Shue Hang Playground; and
– The southern footpath along Mui Shue Hang Road between Parc Versailles I and Tai Po Road – Tai Wo.

Pedestrians can use the remaining width of footpath in the above sections.

Phase IV

From 6am to about noon on November 1

– Northern and southern footpath along Hong Lok Yuen Road;
– Northern footpath along Jockey Club Road between Yuk Tong Path and Ma Sik Road (except the section between Police Driving and Traffic Training Centre and Ling Shan Road);
– Western footpath along Ma Sik Road between Jockey Club Road and Fung Ling Road; and
– Eastern and western footpaths along Tin Ping Road outside Wai Chow Public School (Sheung Shui).

Pedestrians can use the remaining width of footpath in the above sections.

Phase V

From 6.30 am to about 6.45 am on November 1

– The eastern footpath along On Muk Street between cul-de-sac and On Sum Street;
– The northern footpath along On Sum Street between On Lai Street and On Muk Street; and
– The western footpath along On Lai Street between On Sum Street and On Ping Street.

Pedestrians can use the remaining width of footpath in the above sections.

(II) Suspension of parking spaces and general lay-by

– All public parking spaces on Fung Nam Road near North District Sports Ground and the general lay-by on Fung Nam Road will be suspended from 8am on October 30 to 5pm on November 1; and
– All parking spaces in On Kwan Street will be suspended from 6pm on October 31 to 8am on November 1.

Shuttle bus services and temporary pick-up/drop-off points will be provided by the event organiser. Please visit the event website (hknmm.com/en/event-details#transportation) for details.

Vehicles will not be allowed to enter or exit the hotels and car parks within the closed areas, until the roads are reopened.

During the implementation of the special traffic arrangements, any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts of the specified areas will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to ticketing.

Depending on the prevailing conditions, other traffic control measures will be implemented. Motorists are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, and take heed of instructions of the police officers on site.

Appeal for information on missing man in Tai Po (with photo)

2026-10-28 17:17:35

Police today (October 28) appealed to the public for information on a man who went missing in Tai Po.

     Tung Chung-yin, aged 80, went missing after he was last seen in Wu Kau Tang, Tai Po on October 25. His family made a report to Police yesterday (October 27).

     He is about 1.7 metres tall, about 75 kilograms in weight and of medium build. He has a round face with yellow complexion and short grey hair. He was last seen wearing a light blue short-sleeved shirt, dark pants and green camouflage shoes.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the missing man or may have seen him is urged to contact the Regional Missing Persons Unit of New Territories North on 3661 3112 or email to rmpu-ntn-1@police.gov.hk, or contact any police station.

Counter Terrorism Education Thematic Exhibition opens today (with photos)

2026-10-24 17:04:54

     An opening ceremony was held today (October 24) at the Hong Kong Museum of History in Tsim Sha Tsui to mark the launch of the Counter Terrorism Education Thematic Exhibition. The exhibition is organised by the Inter-departmental Counter Terrorism Unit (ICTU), co-organised by the National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force, and coordinated by the Security Bureau. Through multimedia displays and interactive experiences, the exhibition aims to enhance public awareness of counter-terrorism (CT) and strengthen public response capabilities.

     Addressing the opening ceremony, the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, emphasised that terrorism knows no borders. Hong Kong must therefore remain vigilant and be prepared for potential threats, while continuing to strengthen its CT capabilities in the area of prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. Mr Tang said the exhibition aims to deepen public understanding of terrorism, the global CT landscape, and Hong Kong’s CT strategies. It also seeks to encourage members of the public to stay alert and embrace the message that “greater vigilance means lower risk”, working together to safeguard Hong Kong’s security.

     Other officiating guests included the Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, and the Secretary General of the Committee for Safeguarding National Security of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Mr Au Chi-kwong. Representatives from the six disciplined services member departments of the ICTU and their youth groups also attended the opening ceremony.

     The CT thematic exhibition is being staged in the main lobby on the first floor of the Hong Kong Museum of History. Together with the National Security Exhibition Gallery on the second floor, it creates a complementary and synergistic exhibition experience. The exhibition is open to the public from today until March 1 next year.

     The thematic exhibition features diverse and vibrant content across multiple zones, showcasing the global and local CT landscape; Hong Kong’s CT strategies, including the Three-tier Prevention Framework for CT established by the HKSAR Government and the city’s CT legal framework; as well as the CT roles of the ICTU and other government departments. Interactive highlights include the “Spot and Report” and “Run, Hide, Report” games, together with an authentic wartime bomb weighing over 1 000 pounds, dismantled in 2014 and provided for display by the Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal Bureau. The exhibition enables visitors to gain CT and emergency preparedness knowledge through immersive and interactive experiences, thereby enhancing public awareness of terrorism prevention.

      In addition, the “Safe Community Plus+”, jointly organised by the ICTU and the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups for a third time, was officially launched following the opening ceremony. Over the next six months, the “Safe Community Plus+” will visit various schools and community venues, using a variety of interactive mini-games to help students and members of the public to learn about security awareness and emergency response in an engaging manner.

     Looking ahead, the HKSAR Government will, in line with the direction set out in the Hong Kong’s First Five-year Plan and the Chief Executive’s 2026 Policy Address, continue to monitor the global terrorism trends and CT measures, further strengthen specialised CT training, optimise various contingency plans, deepen cross-boundary and international cooperation and exchanges, as well as expand community intelligence networks, with a view to comprehensively enhancing Hong Kong’s overall CT planning and preparedness, and strengthening its CT governance capabilities.

Appeal for information on missing man in Kwun Tong (with photos)

2026-10-23 13:41:43

     Police today (October 23) appealed to the public for information on a man who went missing in Kwun Tong.

     Cheng Kin-wah, aged 71, went missing after he was last seen in Lam Tin Estate yesterday (October 22) night. His friend made a report to Police on the same day.

     He is about 1.6 metres tall, about 50 kilograms in weight and of medium build. He has a long face with yellow complexion and short grey hair. He was last seen wearing a short-sleeved shirt with white and grey checker pattern, black trousers and black shoes.

     Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the missing man or may have seen him is urged to contact the Regional Missing Persons Unit of Kowloon East on 3661 0316 or email to rmpu-ke-2@police.gov.hk, or contact any police station.

Crowd safety management measures and special traffic arrangements for Hong Kong Open

2026-10-21 15:46:37

The Police announced today (October 21) that in order to facilitate the holding of the Link Hong Kong Open 2026 from October 22 to 25 at the Fanling Golf Course, crowd safety management measures and special traffic arrangements will be implemented in the North District during the event.

A. Crowd safety management measures

In anticipation of a large number of spectators at the event, the Police will implement crowd safety management measures in the Fanling Golf Course area depending on the prevailing situation, to maintain public order and safety.

Members of the public are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, follow the instructions given by police officers on site, and pay attention to directional signs and announcements.

B. Temporary traffic arrangements

The following temporary traffic arrangements will be implemented from October 22 to 25 when the traffic on Fan Kam Road is congested:

In the morning:

- All vehicles on Fanling Highway (westbound) will be banned from travelling onto Fan Kam Road (southbound) via Tai Tau Leng Roundabout;
- All vehicles on Po Shek Wu Road (southbound) will be banned from travelling onto Fan Kam Road (southbound) via Tai Tau Leng Roundabout;
- All vehicles on Castle Peak Road (Kwu Tung Section) (eastbound) will be banned from right turning onto Fan Kam Road (southbound);
- All vehicles on Po Kin Road (westbound) will be banned from left turning onto Fan Kam Road (southbound); and
- All vehicles on Fan Kam Road (northbound) will be banned from right turning onto Po Kin Road (eastbound).

All affected vehicles will be diverted to Tai Tau Leng Roundabout, Fanling Highway (westbound), Pak Shek Au Roundabout, Fanling Highway (eastbound) and Tai Tau Leng Roundabout to Fan Kam Road (southbound).

In the afternoon:

- All vehicles on Fan Kam Road (northbound) heading to Tai Tau Leng Roundabout will be diverted via Po Kin Road (eastbound).

Police vehicles, emergency vehicles, franchised buses, green minibuses, taxis, dedicated vehicles arranged by the organiser and vehicles permitted by police on site will not be affected by the above temporary traffic arrangements.

To facilitate spectators going to Fanling Golf Course, the organiser will provide shuttle bus services plying between Hong Kong Golf Club, Fanling, and Sheung Shui Station and designated locations in urban areas from October 22 to 25. Pick-up and drop-off points of the shuttle bus services will be set up at the general lay-bys on Po Kin Road (westbound) near Fan Kam Road. For details of the shuttle bus services, please refer to the organiser’s website (www.thehongkongopen.com).

Members of the public are advised to make use of public transport or shuttle bus services to access the aforementioned areas during the event. Motorists are advised to avoid the abovementioned roads to ensure smooth vehicular traffic movements. The Police will implement the special arrangements subject to the prevailing traffic and crowd conditions.

Special traffic arrangements for race meeting in Happy Valley

2026-10-21 09:14:39

The Police will implement special traffic arrangements in Happy Valley today (October 21). These arrangements will remain in effect until the race meeting has concluded, spectators have dispersed, and traffic conditions return to normal.

A. Traffic arrangements before the commencement of the first race

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from noon for day meetings or from 6pm onwards for night meetings:

1. Road closure

Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen’s Road East and the up-ramp outside the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) will be closed, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel.

2. Traffic diversions

- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the up-ramp outside the HKJC will be rerouted one way northbound;
- Traffic along eastbound Queen's Road East heading for Wan Chai and Happy Valley will be diverted to turn left to Morrison Hill Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Traffic along Queen's Road East cannot turn right to Wong Nai Chung Road, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Queen's Road East will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Morrison Hill Road to turn right at the junction of Wong Nai Chung Road and Queen's Road East; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

B. Traffic arrangements before the conclusion of race meeting

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from about 35 minutes before the start of the last race:

1. Road closure

- The up-ramp on Wong Nai Chung Road outside the HKJC leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen's Road East and the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the Public Stands of the HKJC; and
- Southbound Morrison Hill Road between Leighton Road and Queen's Road East.

In addition, southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel and the Public Stands of the HKJC will be closed from about 10 minutes before the start of the last race.

2. Traffic diversions

- Eastbound Queen's Road East at its junction with Morrison Hill Road will be reduced to one-lane traffic heading for northbound Canal Road flyover;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Wan Chai will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, U-turn slip road beneath Canal Road flyover, Canal Road West and Hennessy Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

C. Prohibition for learner drivers

Learner drivers will be prohibited to turn left from Caroline Hill Road to Leighton Road between one and a half hours before the start of the first race and one hour after the last race. In addition, learner drivers will be prohibited from accessing the following roads within the above period of time:

- Shan Kwong Road between Yik Yam Street and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Village Road between its upper and lower junctions with Shan Kwong Road;
- Percival Street between Hennessy Road and Leighton Road;
- Canal Road East; and
- The service road leading from Gloucester Road to Canal Road flyover.

D. Suspension of parking spaces

Parking spaces on southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Sports Road and Blue Pool Road will be suspended from 11am to 7pm for day meetings, and from 5pm to 11.59pm for night meetings respectively.

During the implementation of the special traffic arrangements, any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts of the specified areas will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to multiple ticketing.

Depending on the prevailing conditions, other traffic control measures will be implemented. Motorists are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, and take heed of instructions of the police officers on site.

Appeal for information on missing man in Sheung Shui (with photo)

2026-10-18 16:06:46

Police today (October 18) appealed to the public for information on a man who went missing in Sheung Shui.

Ho Ting-hin, aged 33, went missing after he was last seen at Luen Hing Street on October 2 morning. His family made a report to Police on October 16.

He is about 1.8 metres tall, about 90 kilograms in weight and of fat build. He has a round face with yellow complexion and short black hair. He was last seen wearing a black short-sleeved shirt and black shorts.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the missing man or may have seen him is urged to contact the Regional Missing Persons Unit of New Territories North on 3661 3113 or email to rmpu-ntn-1@police.gov.hk, or contact any police station.

Special traffic arrangements for race meeting in Happy Valley

2026-10-14 09:20:24

     The Police will implement special traffic arrangements in Happy Valley today (October 14). These arrangements will remain in effect until the race meeting has concluded, spectators have dispersed, and traffic conditions return to normal.

A. Traffic arrangements before the commencement of the first race

     The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from noon for day meetings or from 6pm onwards for night meetings:

1. Road closure

     Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen’s Road East and the up-ramp outside the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) will be closed, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel.

2. Traffic diversions

- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the up-ramp outside the HKJC will be rerouted one way northbound;
- Traffic along eastbound Queen's Road East heading for Wan Chai and Happy Valley will be diverted to turn left to Morrison Hill Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Traffic along Queen's Road East cannot turn right to Wong Nai Chung Road, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Queen's Road East will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Morrison Hill Road to turn right at the junction of Wong Nai Chung Road and Queen's Road East; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

B. Traffic arrangements before the conclusion of race meeting

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from about 35 minutes before the start of the last race:

1. Road closure

- The up-ramp on Wong Nai Chung Road outside the HKJC leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen's Road East and the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the Public Stands of the HKJC; and
- Southbound Morrison Hill Road between Leighton Road and Queen's Road East.

In addition, southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel and the Public Stands of the HKJC will be closed from about 10 minutes before the start of the last race.

2. Traffic diversions

- Eastbound Queen's Road East at its junction with Morrison Hill Road will be reduced to one-lane traffic heading for northbound Canal Road flyover;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Wan Chai will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, U-turn slip road beneath Canal Road flyover, Canal Road West and Hennessy Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

C. Prohibition for learner drivers

Learner drivers will be prohibited to turn left from Caroline Hill Road to Leighton Road between one and a half hours before the start of the first race and one hour after the last race. In addition, learner drivers will be prohibited from accessing the following roads within the above period of time:

- Shan Kwong Road between Yik Yam Street and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Village Road between its upper and lower junctions with Shan Kwong Road;
- Percival Street between Hennessy Road and Leighton Road;
- Canal Road East; and
- The service road leading from Gloucester Road to Canal Road flyover.

D. Suspension of parking spaces

Parking spaces on southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Sports Road and Blue Pool Road will be suspended from 11am to 7pm for day meetings, and from 5pm to 11.59pm for night meetings respectively.

During the implementation of the special traffic arrangements, any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts of the specified areas will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to multiple ticketing.

Depending on the prevailing conditions, other traffic control measures will be implemented. Motorists are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, and take heed of instructions of the police officers on site.

Woman holding charged with murder

2026-10-13 21:48:55

Police today (October 13) laid a holding charge against a 52-year-old foreign woman with one count of murder.

The woman was arrested yesterday (October 12) in suspected connection with a murder case happened in Ngau Tau Kok on October 11, in which a 93-year-old woman died.

The case will be mentioned at the Kwun Tong Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (October 14) morning.

Murder in Ngau Tau Kok

2026-10-12 18:46:40

Police are investigating a murder case happened in Ngau Tau Kok yesterday (October 11) in which a woman died.

Police received a report yesterday from staff of United Christian Hospital that a woman had collapsed in a unit in Tak Yiu House, Tak Long Estate, at about 8am that morning. She was sent to the hospital in unconscious state, and was certified dead at 9.12am that morning.

Initial investigation revealed that the 93-year-old woman sustained injuries to her face, neck, chest and abdomen. She was allegedly assaulted with bare hands.

After investigation, Police arrested a 52-year-old foreign woman for murder in Ngau Tau Kok today (October 12). She is being detained for further enquiries.

Post-mortem examinations will be conducted later to ascertain the cause of death of the deceased.

Active investigation by the District Crime Squad of Sau Mau Ping District are under way. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 6236.

Police College renews collaboration with three post-secondary education institutions to co-organise “DAE - Police Cadet Training” Programme (with photos)

2026-10-09 21:20:45

     The Hong Kong Police College today (October 9) signed a second-phase Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Caritas Institute of Community Education (CICE), the Hong Kong College of Technology (HKCT) and the Hong Kong Institute of Technology (HKIT) to jointly organise the full-time “Diploma of Applied Education (DAE) - Police Cadet Training” Programme for the three academic years from 2027/28 to 2029/2030, with a view to providing practical knowledge and preparatory training for persons interested in joining the Force. Students who successfully complete the programme and pass the Police Constable selection process may commence foundation training at the Police College upon graduation.

     Witnessed by the Assistant Commissioner of Police (Personnel), Dr Law Yuet-wing; the Director of the Hong Kong Police College, Ms Cheng Lai-ki, and the Secretary-General and Acting Head of the Diploma of Applied Education of the Federation for Self-financing Tertiary Education, Dr Ma Chee-keung, the Senior Superintendent of Police, School of Foundation Training, Ms Tsang Chiu-tong, signed the second-phase MOU with the Principal of the CICE, Dr Wong Man-wai, the Vice President of the HKCT, Ms Li Wai-chi, and the President of the HKIT, Dr Shi Mei-chun.

     The “Diploma of Applied Education (DAE) - Police Cadet Training” Programme lasts one year with a total of 600 contact hours. The three education institutions will be responsible for 420 contact hours, consisting of 300 contact hours of core courses (Chinese Language, English Language and Mathematics) and two 60-hour complementary courses. The Hong Kong Police College will be responsible for the 180-hour “Police Cadet Training” elective cluster, which comprises three courses, namely “Police Studies”, “Police Recruit Preparatory Training” and “Physical and Mindset Development”.

     Students who successfully complete the DAE programme would obtain qualification deemed comparable to the attainment of Level 2 standard in five subjects including Chinese and English Languages in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination, which meets the academic entry requirements for Police Constable. The Hong Kong Police Force will conduct the Police Constable selection process during the programme to facilitate admission of selected candidates, who may commence Recruit Police Constable foundation training upon graduation.

     Applicants of the programme must be i) Secondary 6 school leavers or ii) aged 21 or above, who are interested in joining the Force. To join the Hong Kong Police Force, one must also be a permanent resident of Hong Kong. The first round of application will open in December 2026. To apply, please make online registration at the programme website (www.dae.edu.hk/daepublic/dae_enrollmentguide.aspx).

Special traffic arrangements for Chung Yeung Festival

2026-10-09 15:47:51

To facilitate grave-sweeping activities during the Chung Yeung Festival period, the Police today (October 9) reminded the public that special traffic arrangements will be implemented in phases in the following districts from today until November 8 to ensure smooth vehicular traffic movements and pedestrian safety.

Chai Wan
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A. Temporary prohibited zone

The section of Cape Collinson Road east of Lin Shing Road i.e. the left-turning movement from Lin Shing Road to Cape Collinson Road leading to the Chinese Permanent Cemetery and its vicinity will be temporarily designated as private cars and light goods vehicles prohibited zone from 7am to 3pm daily from today until November 8. All private cars and light goods vehicles, except those with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport, will be prohibited from entering into the prohibited zone.

B. Road closures

Phase 1 - From 7am to 5pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1 (Sundays, public holidays and specific weekends before and after Chung Yeung Festival), except for those vehicles specified below:

- Lin Shing Road southbound, except franchised buses, green minibus (GMB) routes 16A, 16M, 16X and 18M, taxis, hearses, funeral vehicles, vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport and vehicles gaining access to Wan Tsui Estate and Lin Tsui Estate;
- Lin Shing Road northbound, except GMB route 18M, hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The section of Cape Collinson Road east of Lin Shing Road (i.e. the leftturning movement from Lin Shing Road to Cape Collinson Road leading to the vicinity of the Chinese Permanent Cemetery), except GMB route 18M, taxis, hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The section of Cape Collinson Road west of Lin Shing Road, except franchised buses, GMB routes 16A, 16M and 16X, taxis, hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The slip road leading from Cape Collinson Road to Gardens of Remembrance and the Crematorium, except hearses and vehicles carrying passengers to service at the Crematorium; and
- The slip road leading to the Chai Wan Chinese Permanent Cemetery.

Phase 2 - From 7am to 5am on the day of Chung Yeung Festival (October 18), except for those vehicles specified below:

- Lin Shing Road, except franchised buses, GMB routes 16A, 16M and 16X, hearses, funeral vehicles, vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport and vehicles making access to Wan Tsui Estate and Lin Tsui Estate;
- The section of Cape Collinson Road east of Lin Shing Road (i.e. the leftturning movement from Lin Shing Road to Cape Collinson Road leading to the vicinity of the Chinese Permanent Cemetery), except hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The section of Cape Collinson Road west of Lin Shing Road, except franchised buses, GMB routes 16A, 16M and 16X, hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The slip road leading from Cape Collinson Road to Garden of Remembrance and the Crematorium, except hearses and vehicle carrying passengers to service at the Crematorium;
- The slip road leading to the Chai Wan Chinese Permanent Cemetery; and
- Wan Tsui Lane (except vehicles making access to Hing Wah Plaza).

C. Traffic diversions

In connection with road closures and traffic control, traffic diversions will be implemented on following roads:

- Vehicles along the section of Wan Tsui Road eastbound between Fei Tsui Road and Lin Shing Road cannot turn right to Lin Shing Road southbound during the implementation of road closures under Phases 1 and 2; and
- The section of Cape Collinson Road between the slip road leading to Cape Collinson Crematorium and Shek O Road will be converted as one-way westbound during the implementation of road closures under Phases 1 and 2, and during the operation period of CTB route 388.

D. No parking

In connection with the road closures under Phases 1 and 2, no parking will be permitted on the following roads:

- Wan Tsui Road;
- Lin Shing Road;
- Cape Collinson Road; and
- The section of Shek O Road between Tai Tam Gap Correctional Institution and Tai Tam Road.

Pok Fu Lam
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A. Traffic direction

The section of Consort Rise between Victoria Road and Bisney Road will be converted to one-way southbound by the Police from 7am to 5.30pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25 depending on the traffic conditions in the vicinity of the cemeteries.

B. Suspension of parking spaces

4 metered parking spaces (meter nos. 3941A, 3941B, 3942A and 3942B) and 3 motorcycle parking spaces at Victoria Road near Consort Rise will be temporarily suspended from 7am on October 17 to 5pm on October 19.

Aberdeen
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A. Road closures

Peel Rise in the vicinity of Aberdeen Chinese Permanent Cemetery and the slip road leading from Shek Pai Wan Road to Aberdeen Chinese Permanent Cemetery will be closed to all vehicular traffic by the Police depending on the traffic conditions in the vicinity of the cemetery during the following periods:

- From 7.30am to 5.30pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 19, 24 and 25; and
- From 7.30am to 6.30pm on October 18.

Peak Area
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A. Road closures

Lugard Road, Harlech Road and Mount Austin Road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic from 9am to 11pm daily on October 18 and 19 (except for access by local residents or vehicles with permits). Affected vehicles on Peak Road northbound heading for Lugard Road, Harlech Road and Mount Austin Road will be diverted to Peak Road southbound via the slip road next to the carpark entrance of the Peak Galleria.

B. Suspension of parking spaces

The metered parking spaces, motorcycle parking spaces and disabled parking spaces at Mount Austin Road will be temporarily suspended from 9am to 11pm daily on October 18 and 19.

Tseung Kwan O
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A. General closure

On October 11, 17, 19, 24 and 25, and November 1 and 8, the access road leading from Ko Chiu Road to the Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery (the Cemetery) will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 5.30am to 6pm daily (except for emergency vehicles, KMB Special Route No. 14S, hearses, vehicles in funeral processions and vehicles with valid entry permits issued by the Cemetery).

B. Full closure

On October 18, full closure will be implemented on the access road leading from Ko Chiu Road to the Cemetery between 5.30am and 8pm except for emergency vehicles.

Grave sweepers may make use of the BMCPC Footpath opposite to MTR Tiu Keng Leng Station or the access road on Ko Chiu Road to access the Cemetery. As there are staircases on the BMCPC Footpath, wheelchair users should make use of the access road on Ko Chiu Road.

Diamond Hill
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I. Between 7am and 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25

A. Road closure

The following roads will be closed to all vehicular traffic (except for those vehicles specified below):

- The access road leading to the Diamond Hill Crematorium, the unnamed road between Diamond Hill Funeral Parlour and Hammer Hill Substation, and the access road adjacent to the Diamond Hill Funeral Parlour leading to Sze Chen Hall (except emergency vehicles, hearses and vehicles taking part in funeral processions); and
- The section of Yuk Wah Street east of Tsz Wan Shan Road and Yuk Hok Lane (except private cars, taxis, emergency vehicles and police vehicles).

B. Traffic diversions

- Vehicles entering/leaving Fung Shing Street or Fu Shan Estate Carpark shall use Po Kong Village Road southbound downhill only;
- Vehicles entering/leaving Grand View Garden Carpark shall use Po Kong Village Road northbound uphill only; and
- Vehicles on Po Kong Village Road eastbound could route via the easternmost traffic lane of Tsz Wan Shan (South) Bus Terminus onto Yuk Wah Street westbound.

C. Banning of right-turn vehicular movements

The following roads will be prohibited from right-turning:

- From Fung Shing Street westbound onto Po Kong Village Road northbound uphill;
- From Po Kong Village Road northbound uphill into Fung Shing Street eastbound;
- From Grand View Garden Carpark onto Po Kong Village Road southbound downhill;
- From Po Kong Village Road southbound downhill into Grand View Garden Carpark;
- From Fu Shan Estate Carpark onto Po Kong Village Road northbound uphill;
- From Po Kong Village Road northbound uphill into Fu Shan Estate Carpark;
- From Po Kong Village Road southbound downhill into Po Kong Village Road School Village Carpark;
- From Po Kong Village Road School Village Carpark onto Po Kong Village Road southbound downhill;
- From Po Kong Village Road southbound downhill onto unnamed road opposite to Po Leung Lane;
- From unnamed road opposite to Po Leung Lane onto Po Kong Village Road southbound downhill; and
- From Yuk Wah Crescent onto Yuk Wah Street eastbound.

D. Suspension of parking spaces

The metered parking spaces and the motorcycle parking spaces on the unnamed road between the Diamond Hill Funeral Parlour and Hammer Hill Substation and the motorcycle parking spaces in Yuk Wah Street near Yuk Hok Lane will be temporarily suspended.

E. Designation of temporary pick up/set down points

- Temporary taxi pick up/ set down point will be designated at Fung Shing Street westbound near Fu Yan House, Fu Shan Estate; and
- Temporary taxi and private car pick up/ set down point will be designated at Yuk Wah Street westbound near Yuk Hok Lane.

II. Between 7am and 6pm daily on October 11, 18, 19 and 25

The Po Kong Village Road School Village Carpark will be closed to all vehicular traffic (except private cars, taxis, emergency vehicles and police vehicles) to provide a temporary taxi and private car set down point.

Cheung Sha Wan
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The following special traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented in the vicinity of the Saint Raphael’s Catholic Cemetery from 7am to 7pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25:

A. Road closure

Wing Ming Street and the unnamed road between Wing Ming Street and the Saint Raphael’s Catholic Cemetery will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for hearses, vehicles taking part in funeral processions, vehicles access by the Cemetery staff, emergency vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport).

B. Temporary traffic arrangement

- Parking will be prohibited in the section of Yu Chau West Street between Castle Peak Road and King Lam Street;
- Passenger pick-up or set-down will be prohibited in the section of Yu Chau West Street near Wing Ming Street (outside 83 Wing Hong Street); and
- “No Stopping” and “No Parking” will be strictly enforced on Ching Cheung Road.

C. Suspension of on-street parking spaces

All on-street parking spaces (including metered parking spaces, disabled parking spaces and motorcycle parking spaces) in Yu Chau West Street, Tai Nan West Street, a section of King Lam Street between Yu Chau West Street and Tai Nan West Street and a section of Wing Hong Street between Yu Chau West Street and Tai Nan West Street will be temporarily suspended.

Tuen Mun
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(I) Castle Peak

The following special traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented in Tuen Mun from 7am to 7pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1 for Chung Yeung Festival:

A. Road closures

The following sections of roads will be intermittently closed to all vehicular traffic (except emergency vehicles and those authorised by police officers on-site):

- Tsing San Path; and
- The access roads leading to Ching Chung Koon and Ching Chung Sin Yuen.

B. Removal of illegally parked vehicles

Any vehicles found illegally parked at the following locations will be prosecuted and towed away by the Police without prior notice (except emergency vehicles and those authorised by police officers on-site):

- San Fuk Road;
- The section of Tsing Chung Koon Road between Tsing Chung Path and San Fuk Road;
- The section of Tsing Lun Road between Tsun Wen Road and the Northern vehicle entrance of Tuen Mun Hospital; and
- The section of Tsun Wen Road southbound between Tsing Lun Road and San Fuk Road.

C. Traffic diversions

The following section of roads will be intermittently implemented with traffic diversions (except emergency vehicles and those authorised by police officers on-site):

- The section of Tsing Chung Koon Road between Tsing Lun Road and San Fuk Road will be converted to one-way northbound traffic; and
- The section of San Fuk Road between Leung Shun Street and Tsing Chung Koon Road will be converted to one-way westbound traffic.

D. Provision of temporary passenger pick-up and drop-off points

Temporary loading and unloading points will be provided at Tsing Chung Koon Road northbound opposite to Castle Peak Hospital, Tsing Chung Koon Road northbound opposite to Tuen Mun Hospital and Tsing Lun Road westbound outside Tuen Mun Hospital.

(II) Tsang Tsui

A. Road closure

The section of Nim Wan Road between Yung Long Road and Tsang Tsui Columbarium access road will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 7am to 7pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1, except for the access of the following vehicles:

- Franchised buses and MTR buses;
- Taxis;
- Vehicles gaining access to and from West New Territories Landfill and T·PARK; and
- Vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport.

Kwai Tsing
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The following traffic arrangements will be implemented from 7am to 5pm daily on October 11, 18 and 19:

A. Traffic arrangements

- The section of Wing Tak Street southbound between the entrance of City Point and Wing Shun Street, Wing Yin Street and the section of Wing Shun Street between Wing Tak Street and Kwai Hei Street will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for hearses, franchised buses, taxi, green minibuses and emergency vehicles);
- The section of Wing Kei Road between Kwai Hei Street and Wing Kin Road will be converted into one-way southbound. Vehicles will not be allowed to enter Wing Kei Road from Kwai Hei Street;
- Wing Hau Street will be closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles);
- Temporary taxi stands will be provided at the following locations:
(i) Wing Kin Road near its junction with Wing Kei Road;
(ii) Kwai Hei Street near its junction with Wing Shun Street;
(iii) Wing Shun Street near its junction with Wing Yin Street; and
(iv) Wing Shun Street near its junction with Yi Lok Street.
- Thirty metered parking spaces at Wing Shun Street (Nos. 20578AB, 20579AB, 20580AB, 20581AB, 20582AB, 20583AB, 20584AB, 20585AB, 20586AB, 20587AB, 20588AB, 20589AB, 20590AB, 20599AB and 20600AB) will be temporarily suspended during the time specified below:
(i) From 7am to 5pm on October 11; and
(ii) From 7am on October 18 to 5pm on October 19.

The above arrangement will be implemented on any other dates if traffic situation so requires.

In addition, Wing Yin Street and Wing Hau Street will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for hearses, franchised buses and emergency vehicles) from 7am to 5pm on October 10, 17, 24, 25 and 31.

Lantau Island
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A. Special traffic arrangements

A section of closed road of Tung Chung Road between Shek Mun Kap Road and South Lantau Road will be temporarily opened for all vehicles to access from 6am to 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18 and 19.

All other roads or access roads in South Lantau remain closed 24 hours daily. All motor vehicles, except emergency vehicles and those with valid Lantau Closed Road Permits, are banned from entering the closed road.

B. Special transport arrangements

On October 18, apart from the bus routes serving Tung Chung Road, NLB Route No. 34S (Tung Chung Tat Tung Road Bus Terminus – Tung Chung Cemetery Area No. 18 (Circular)) will be operated from 8.45am to 1.15pm at a frequency of 30 to 45 minutes and NLB Route No. 7S (Mui Wo Ferry Pier – Lai Chi Yuen Cemetery) will be operated from 9am to 2.45pm at a frequency of 30 minutes.

Sha Tin
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(I) Po Fook Memorial Hall and Fu Shan Crematorium in Tai Wai

From 7am to 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, the following special traffic arrangements will be implemented:

A. Road closure

The section of Lower Shing Mun Road between Yau On Street and Fu Shan Crematorium, Yau On Street and Yau Ting Street will be closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles, hearses, vehicles taking part in funeral processions, New Territories GMB Route No. 64K and vehicles of residents of Pak Tin Area 2 to 5 and Lakeview Garden).

B. Suspension of parking spaces

All parking spaces on Yau On Street and Lower Shing Mun Road will be suspended.

(II) Po Fook Hill in Sha Tin

From 8am to 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and 1 November, the western section of Pai Tau Street from its junction with Sheung Wo Che Road will be closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles).

(III) To Fung Shan

A. Road closure

From 9am to 5pm daily on October 11, 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25, the northern section of To Fung Shan Road from its junction with Pak Lok Path will be closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles and vehicles serving residents and persons working in To Fung Shan).

B. Traffic direction

From 9am to 5pm daily on October 11, 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25, the section of To Fung Shan Road between Chung Ling Road and Pak Lok Path will be converted into one-lane two-way traffic.

(IV) Shek Mun Columbarium

From 7am to 7pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, On Hing Lane will be closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles, Sha Tin Transfer Station vehicles and vehicles of persons working in Shek Mun Columbarium).

Tsuen Wan
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A. Road closure

The section of Lo Wai Road from Lo Wai Pai Lau to Yuen Yuen Institute will be designated as closed road to all vehicular traffic except franchised buses (scheduled service Route No. 32P), taxis, public light buses (scheduled service New Territories Route No. 81), emergency vehicles and vehicles with valid closed road permits from 8am to 6pm on October 11 and 18.

B. Suspension of parking spaces

During the above road closure, all metered parking spaces on Lo Wai Road near Yi Pei Chun Road, former Lo Wai Bus Terminus and Lo Wai Road outside Yuen Yuen Institute will be suspended from 8am to 6pm on October 11 and 18.

Wo Hop Shek
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A. Road closure

From 6am to 5pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1, the following road sections will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles and those vehicles specified below):

- Kiu Tau Road (except for hearses, coaches conveying people attending services at the crematorium/cemetery, vehicles of the undertakers and franchised buses);
- Ming Yin Road (except for franchised buses); and
- All access roads within Wo Hop Shek Cemetery.

From 6am to 5pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, 7 and 8, the following road section will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles):

- Wo Ka Lau Road.

B. Temporary prohibited zones

From 6am to 5pm daily on November 7 and 8, the following road sections will be temporarily designated as prohibited zones for private cars, buses, light buses, goods vehicles, motor cycles and motor tricycles (except for emergency vehicles and those vehicles specified below):

- Kiu Tau Road (except for hearses, coaches conveying people attending services at the crematorium/cemetery, vehicles of the undertakers and franchised buses);
- Ming Yin Road (except for franchised buses); and
- All access roads within Wo Hop Shek Cemetery.

All private cars, buses, light buses, goods vehicles, motor cycles and motor tricycles, except those vehicles specified above or those with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport, will be prohibited from entering into the prohibited zones.

Members of the public may drive to Wo Hop Shek Cemetery after reopening of the roads/the end time of temporary prohibited zones until closure of the cemetery (i.e. 7.30pm) on the above-mentioned days.

C. Banning of turning movements

All vehicles will be temporarily prohibited from making the following turning movements on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1:

- Right turning movements from Pak Wo Road northbound near Fung Ying Seen Koon onto Pak Wo Road southbound; and
- Right turning movements from Pak Wo Road southbound near MTR Fanling Station into the car park on Pak Wo Road near Fung Ying Seen Koon.

D. Suspension of car parks and parking spaces

The following car parks and parking spaces will be suspended (except emergency vehicles and those vehicles specified below) from 7am to 5pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, 7 and 8:

- Car park at Wo Hing Road near Wah Ming Road roundabout (urban and NT taxis may access to the car park to pick up and set down passengers);
- Car park at Pak Wo Road near Fung Ying Seen Koon (except for vehicles with valid disabled person’s parking permits or parking certificates for drivers who carry people with mobility disabilities issued by the Transport Department to use the disabled parking space and the public buses operating the Residents’ Service Route No. NR112 (Dawning View, Fanling - Fung Ying Seen Koon) to pick up and set down passengers);
- Parking spaces at Wah Ming Lane; and
- All parking spaces at Ming Yin Road between Wo Hop Shek Cemetery Office and Kiu Tau Road.

Depending on the actual situation, the Police may exercise discretion to allow vehicles carrying the elderly and passengers with disabilities to pick up and set down at the car park at Pak Wo Road near Fung Yin Seen Koon to facilitate interchange with the bus services to Wo Hop Shek Cemetery.

Sandy Ridge
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A. Opening of Frontier Closed Area from Lo Wu Station to Lo Wu Station Road

The Frontier Closed Area from Lo Wu Station to Lo Wu Station Road will be temporarily opened to the members of public for grave sweeping from 6am to 6pm daily between October 10 and November 8 (both dates inclusive).

B. Road closure

(i) From 6am to 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, 7 and 8, Lo Wu Station Road from its junction with Man Kam To Road to a point about 280 metres west of the same junction (near the management office of the Sandy Ridge Cemetery) will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles, vehicles of Lo Wu Village residents and vehicles that are allowed to park inside the carpark of MTR Lo Wu Station).

(ii) From 6am to 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, 7 and 8, Sha Ling Road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles and vehicles of Sha Ling residents).

Any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts mentioned above will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to ticketing.

The Police will implement appropriate arrangements subject to the prevailing traffic and crowd conditions. Grave sweepers are advised to use public transport services as far as possible. Motorists should exercise patience and tolerance, and follow the instructions of police officers on site.

Man charged by Police National Security Department

2026-10-09 09:44:47

The National Security Department (NSD) of the Hong Kong Police Force took enforcement action on July 9 in Eastern District and arrested a 52-year-old local man for an offence of "knowingly publishing publications that had a seditious intention", in contravention of Section 24 of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance.

Investigation revealed that the arrested man was suspected of repeatedly publishing posts with seditious intentions on online social platforms, with content provoking hatred towards the Central Authorities, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the Judiciary; and inciting others to attempt to procure the alteration of any matter established in accordance with the law in the HKSAR.

The NSD laid a charge against the man with one count of "knowingly publishing publications that had a seditious intention" in the morning of October 7. The case was mentioned at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Court in the afternoon on the same day.

Police remind members of the public that "knowingly publishing publications that had a seditious intention" is a serious offence. Offenders shall be liable to imprisonment for seven years on first conviction. Members of the public are urged not to defy the law.

Police National Security Department arrests one man and one woman

2026-10-08 15:59:35

The National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force arrested a 38-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman in Kowloon on October 6. They were suspected of contravening the offence of "doing with a seditious intention an act that had a seditious intention” under Section 24 of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance.

The two arrested persons, including a male licensed insurance broker, were suspected of operating pages on various social media platforms and publishing seditious posts that incite hatred against the constitutional order of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The arrested man also profited by selling insurance products. Prior to the operation, Police obtained court search warrants to search the residences of the arrested persons and seize relevant exhibits. The two arrested persons will be released on bail for further investigation.

The acts concerned are suspected of contravening the offence of "doing with a seditious intention an act or acts that had a seditious intention", which is a serious offence. On first conviction, offenders shall be liable to imprisonment for seven years.

Police will continue to ensure that laws are observed and strictly enforced to bring offenders to account, so as to prevent, suppress, and punish any acts or activities that endanger national security in accordance with the law.

Fatal traffic accident in Pat Heung

2026-10-08 13:59:42

Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Pat Heung yesterday (October 7) in which a man died.

At about 9.26pm yesterday, a motorcycle driven by a man was travelling along Route Twisk towards Tsuen Wan. When approaching the lamp post H2915, it was reportedly hit by the side mirror of a light goods vehicle travelling in the opposite traffic lane. The motorcyclist lost his balance and fell on the ground. The light goods vehicle did not stop and left the scene.

Sustaining hand and leg injuries, the 35-year-old male motorcyclist was rushed to Pok Oi Hospital in conscious state. He was later certified dead at 0.04am today (October 8).

Investigations by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North are under way.

Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 3800.

Special traffic arrangements for race meeting in Happy Valley

2026-10-07 09:16:23

The Police will implement special traffic arrangements in Happy Valley today (October 7). These arrangements will remain in effect until the race meeting has concluded, spectators have dispersed, and traffic conditions return to normal.

A. Traffic arrangements before the commencement of the first race

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from noon for day meetings or from 6pm onwards for night meetings:

1. Road closure

Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen’s Road East and the up-ramp outside the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) will be closed, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel.

2. Traffic diversions

- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the up-ramp outside the HKJC will be rerouted one way northbound;
- Traffic along eastbound Queen's Road East heading for Wan Chai and Happy Valley will be diverted to turn left to Morrison Hill Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Traffic along Queen's Road East cannot turn right to Wong Nai Chung Road, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Queen's Road East will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Morrison Hill Road to turn right at the junction of Wong Nai Chung Road and Queen's Road East; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

B. Traffic arrangements before the conclusion of race meeting

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from about 35 minutes before the start of the last race:

1. Road closure

- The up-ramp on Wong Nai Chung Road outside the HKJC leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen's Road East and the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the Public Stands of the HKJC; and
- Southbound Morrison Hill Road between Leighton Road and Queen's Road East.

In addition, southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel and the Public Stands of the HKJC will be closed from about 10 minutes before the start of the last race.

2. Traffic diversions

- Eastbound Queen's Road East at its junction with Morrison Hill Road will be reduced to one-lane traffic heading for northbound Canal Road flyover;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Wan Chai will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, U-turn slip road beneath Canal Road flyover, Canal Road West and Hennessy Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

C. Prohibition for learner drivers

Learner drivers will be prohibited to turn left from Caroline Hill Road to Leighton Road between one and a half hours before the start of the first race and one hour after the last race. In addition, learner drivers will be prohibited from accessing the following roads within the above period of time:

- Shan Kwong Road between Yik Yam Street and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Village Road between its upper and lower junctions with Shan Kwong Road;
- Percival Street between Hennessy Road and Leighton Road;
- Canal Road East; and
- The service road leading from Gloucester Road to Canal Road flyover.

D. Suspension of parking spaces

Parking spaces on southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Sports Road and Blue Pool Road will be suspended from 11am to 7pm for day meetings, and from 5pm to 11.59pm for night meetings respectively.

During the implementation of the special traffic arrangements, any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts of the specified areas will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to multiple ticketing.

Depending on the prevailing conditions, other traffic control measures will be implemented. Motorists are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, and take heed of instructions of the police officers on site.

Crowd safety management measures and special traffic arrangements for Hong Kong Cyclothon

2026-10-06 18:13:36

The Police today (October 6) announced that crowd safety management measures and special traffic arrangements will be implemented in Kowloon and the New Territories this weekend (October 10 and 11) to facilitate the holding of the Hong Kong Cyclothon.

(I) Special Traffic Arrangements

The following roads will be closed to all vehicular traffic, except vehicles with closed road permits issued by the Transport Department, during the specified periods of time.

Kowloon
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(1) From noon on October 10 to about 6pm on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- The layby on Mody Road westbound outside Mody Road Garden; and
- The slow lane of Mody Road westbound outside the layby on Mody Road.

(2) From 1am to about 12.30pm on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- West Kowloon Highway southbound between Tsing Kwai Highway and the slip road of Lin Cheung Road.

(b) Traffic Diversion

- Vehicles on Mei Ching Road will be prohibited from entering West Kowloon Highway southbound.

(3) From 1am to about 1.15pm on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- Museum Drive;
- Cultural Drive;
- Nga Cheung Road northbound between Austin Road West and Jordan Road;
- Nga Cheung Road elevated road northbound;
- Nga Cheung Road southbound between Lin Cheung Road and Nga Cheung Road elevated road;
- The slip road from West Kowloon Highway southbound to Central Kowloon Bypass eastbound;
- The slip road from West Kowloon Highway northbound to Jordan Road;
- The second and third lanes of the slip Road from West Kowloon Highway northbound to Yau Ma Tei Interchange;
- The service road of Western Harbour Crossing;
- The second and third traffic lanes of Lin Cheung Road southbound between Yau Ma Tei Ventilation Building and Nga Cheung Road;
- The slip road from Nga Cheung Road elevated road northbound to Western Harbour Crossing;
- Jordan Road flyover eastbound between Hoi Po Road and Lin Cheung Road northbound;
- Jordan Road flyover westbound between Nga Cheung Road elevated road northbound and Hoi Po Road;
- Jordan Road eastbound between Nga Cheung Road southbound and To Wah Road;
- The fast lane of Jordan Road eastbound between To Wah Road and Lin Cheung Road northbound;
- The slip road from Hoi Po Road to Yau Ma Tei Interchange;
- The slip roads from Yau Ma Tei Interchange to Lai Cheung Road eastbound, Central Kowloon Bypass eastbound and Lin Cheung Road southbound; and
- Hoi Po Road.

(b) Traffic Diversion

- Vehicles on Lin Cheung Road southbound will be diverted via Lai Cheung Road, Hoi Wang Road, Jordan Road and Lin Cheung Road for Western Harbour Crossing southbound;
- Vehicles on Western Harbour Crossing northbound will be diverted via Lin Cheung Road northbound, Hoi Fai Road roundabout, Lin Cheung Road southbound for Jordan Road eastbound;
- Vehicles exiting from International Commerce Centre (ICC) will be diverted to turn left onto the elevated section of Nga Cheung Road southbound;
- Vehicles on Jordan Road flyover westbound will be diverted to turn left onto the elevated section of Nga Cheung Road southbound; and
- Vehicles on Austin Road West westbound will be prohibited from turning into Nga Cheung Road northbound.

(4) From 2am to about 1.15pm on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- Central Kowloon Bypass eastbound;
- The slip road from Lai Cheung Road to Central Kowloon Bypass eastbound; and
- The slip roads from Central Kowloon Bypass eastbound to Shing Kai Road, Kai Cheung Road, Kai Fuk Road and Shing Cheong Road.

(b) Traffic Diversion

- Vehicles on Kwai Chung Road southbound heading for Kowloon East will be diverted via Ching Cheung Road, Lung Cheung Road and Kwun Tong Road; and
- Vehicles on Lin Cheung Road southbound heading for Kowloon East will be diverted via Lai Cheung Road, Gascoigne Road flyover, Chatham Road North, East Kowloon Corridor and Kai Tak Tunnel.

(5) From 7am to about 1.15pm on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- Central Kowloon Bypass westbound;
- Slip Roads from Shing Kai Road, Kai Cheung Road, Kai Fuk Road and Shing Cheong Road to Central Kowloon Bypass westbound; and
- Slip Roads from Central Kowloon Bypass westbound to Lin Cheung Road southbound, West Kowloon Highway southbound, Lin Cheung Road northbound and West Kowloon Highway northbound.

(b) Traffic Diversion

- Vehicles from Kowloon Bay heading for West Kowloon or New Territories West will be diverted via Kai Tak Tunnel, East Kowloon Corridor, Chatham Road North, Gascoigne Road flyover and Ferry Street;
- Vehicles on Shing Kai Road westbound heading for West Kowloon or New Territories West will be diverted via To Kwa Wan Road, San Shan Road, East Kowloon Corridor, Chatham Road North, Gascoigne Road flyover and Ferry Street; and
- Vehicles on Shing Cheong Road westbound heading for West Kowloon or New Territories West will be diverted via Shing Cheong Road eastbound, Kai Tak Bridge Road, Shing Fung Road, Shing Kai Road, To Kwa Wan Road, San Shan Road, East Kowloon Corridor, Chatham Road North, Gascoigne Road flyover and Ferry Street.

(6) From 6.30am to about 11am on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- The layby on Hoi Ting Road northbound near West Kowloon Government Offices.

New Territories
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(1) From 1am to about 7.15am on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- Upper Deck of Lantau Link Kowloon bound.

(b) Traffic Diversion

- Vehicles from Lantau to Kowloon will be diverted via the Lower Deck of Lantau Link, North West Tsing Yi Interchange, Tsing Yi North Coastal Road, Tsing Tsuen Road, Tsuen Wan Road, Kwai Chung Road, Cheung Sha Wan Road and Lai Chi Kok Road;
- Vehicles from Lantau to Tuen Mun Road or Tai Lam Tunnel will be diverted via the Lower Deck of Lantau Link and Ting Kau Bridge northbound;
- Vehicles from Ma Wan to Kowloon will be diverted via Lantau Link westbound (Kap Shui Mun Bridge), the Lower Deck of Lantau Link, North West Tsing Yi Interchange, Tsing Yi North Coastal Road, Tsing Tsuen Road, Tsuen Wan Road, Kwai Chung Road, Cheung Sha Wan Road and Lai Chi Kok Road; and
- Vehicles from Ma Wan to Tuen Mun Road or Tai Lam Tunnel will be diverted via Lantau Link westbound (Kap Shui Mun Bridge), the Lower Deck of Lantau Link and Ting Kau Bridge northbound.

(c) Other Special Traffic Arrangement

- Temporary speed limit restrictions will be implemented on Penny’s Bay Highway northbound, North Lantau Highway Kowloon bound and Lantau Link Kowloon bound.

(2) From 1am to about 9am on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- Eagle’s Nest Tunnel Sha Tin bound;
- Sha Tin Heights Tunnel Sha Tin bound;
- The slip road leading from Ching Cheung Road eastbound to Tsing Sha Highway northbound;
- Tsing Sha Highway northbound between West Kowloon Highway and the portal of Eagle’s Nest Tunnel Shatin bound; and
- The slip road leading from Lai Po Road northbound to Tsing Sha Highway eastbound.

(b) Traffic Diversion

- Vehicles from West Kowloon to New Territories East via Eagle’s Nest Tunnel will be diverted via Castle Peak Road northbound, Ching Cheung Road eastbound, Lung Cheung Road eastbound and Tai Po Road northbound or Lion Rock Tunnel northbound;
- Vehicles on Ching Cheung Road eastbound to New Territories East will be diverted via Lung Cheung Road eastbound and Tai Po Road northbound or Lion Rock Tunnel northbound;
- Vehicles on West Kowloon Highway northbound to New Territories East will be diverted via Lin Cheung Road northbound, Mei Ching Road westbound, Container Port Road South northbound, Ching Cheung Road eastbound, Lung Cheung Road eastbound and Tai Po Road northbound or Lion Rock Tunnel northbound; and
- Vehicles on Lin Cheung Road northbound to the New Territories East will be diverted via Lai Po Road westbound, Hing Wah Street West westbound, Container Port Road South northbound, Ching Cheung Road eastbound, Lung Cheung Road eastbound and Tai Po Road northbound or Lion Rock Tunnel northbound.

(3) From 1am to about 12.30pm on October 11

(a) Road Closure

- Tsing Kwai Highway southbound, Cheung Tsing Tunnel southbound and Cheung Tsing Highway southbound;
- Ting Kau Bridge southbound;
- The exits from Lantau Link to Cheung Tsing Highway southbound;
- The slip roads leading from Tsing Yi South Bridge, Kwai Chung Road and Tsuen Wan Road to Tsing Kwai Highway southbound;
- Tsing Sha Highway eastbound between Cheung Tsing Tunnel slip road and West Kowloon Highway, Stonecutters Bridge eastbound and Nam Wan Tunnel eastbound;
- The slip road leading from Tsing Yi Hong Wan Road to Stonecutters Bridge eastbound;
- The slip road leading from Container Port Road South to Tsing Sha Highway (Ngong Shuen Chau Viaduct) eastbound;
- The slip road from Mei Ching Road leading to West Kowloon Highway southbound (except for vehicles leaving the Container Port via Roundabout 6 to Mei Ching Road and Tsing Kwai Highway (New Territories bound)); and
- North West Tsing Yi Interchange u-turn slip road leading from Tsing Yi North Coastal Road eastbound to Tsing Yi North Coastal Road westbound.

(b) Traffic Diversion

- Vehicles from Tuen Mun Road or Tai Lam Tunnel to Kowloon will be diverted via Tuen Mun Road, Tsuen Wan Road, Kwai Chung Road, Cheung Sha Wan Road and Lai Chi Kok Road;
- Vehicles in Tsing Yi South to Kowloon will be diverted via Tsing Yi Road, Kwai Tsing Road, Kwai Tsing Interchange, Tsuen Wan Road, Kwai Chung Road, Cheung Sha Wan Road and Lai Chi Kok Road; and
- Vehicles in Kwai Chung Container Port to Kowloon will be diverted via Container Port Road South, Hing Wah Street West and Lai Po Road.

The vehicular traffic on both bounds of Western Harbour Crossing and from Kowloon or New Territories East via Route 3 or Route 8 to the Airport, Lantau, Ma Wan and New Territories West will remain normal.

(II) Suspension of Green Minibus Stands, Taxi Stands, Taxi Pick-up/Drop-off Points, the Fleet Taxi Stopping Places, Loading/Unloading Bays and On-street Parking Spaces

All green minibus stands, taxi stands, taxi pick-up/drop-off points, the fleet taxi stopping places, loading/unloading bays and on-street parking spaces within the road closure areas in West Kowloon will be suspended in phases from 1am on October 11 until the re-opening of roads.

(III) Restriction on Vehicular Access To/From Car Parks

Vehicular access to and from car parks within the affected area will not be allowed during the period of respective phases of road closure. Motorists wishing to park their vehicles in these car parks are advised to do so before the road closures and shall prepare to accept that their vehicles cannot leave the car parks until the uplifting of the road closures.

(IV) Access to the West Kowloon Cultural District, the Kowloon Station of the Airport Express Line and the Hong Kong West Kowloon Station of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link

(1) Access to the West Kowloon Cultural District

From 1am to about 1.15pm on October 11, all bus stops, green minibus stops, taxi stands, taxi pick-up/drop-off points, the fleet taxi stopping places and car parks will be suspended due to the road closure. All vehicles, except those with closed road permits issued by the Transport Department, will be prohibited from traveling on the closed roads in the West Kowloon Cultural District. The members of public heading for the West Kowloon Cultural District are advised to use public transport services in the vicinity, such as railway services, bus and green minibus services and the “water taxi” service “Central – West Kowloon” route.

(2) Access to the Kowloon Station of the Airport Express Line

From 1am to about 1pm on October 11, access to the Kowloon Station will be diverted via Jordan Road westbound and Nga Cheung Road southbound.

(3) Access to the Hong Kong West Kowloon Station of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link

From 1am to about 1.15pm on October 11, access to the Hong Kong West Kowloon Station will be diverted via Jordan Road westbound and Lin Cheung Road. Vehicles from the Western Harbour Crossing heading for the Hong Kong West Kowloon Station will be diverted via Lin Cheung Road northbound, Hoi Fai Road roundabout, Lin Cheung Road southbound Lai Cheung Road, Hoi Wang Road, Jordan Road westbound and Lin Cheung Road.

Any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts mentioned above will be towed away without prior notice, and may be subject to ticketing.

Members of the public should pay particular attention to the latest special transport arrangements announced by the Transport Department. Actual implementation of traffic arrangements and crowd safety management measures will be made depending on the traffic and crowd conditions in the areas. Members of the public are advised to exercise tolerance and patience, and take heed of instructions of the Police on site.

HKPF urges public to beware of fake “eTraffic Ticket Platform” websites and phishing SMS messages (with photo)

2026-10-06 15:41:57

The Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) announced today (October 6) that fraudulent websites purporting to be the “eTraffic Ticket Platform” (the Platform) have been identified. These websites falsely claim that discounts are available for early fine payment in an attempt to deceive members of the public into providing their credit card information and personal data. The public are urged to remain vigilant.

The HKPF stressed that no discounts are offered for the payment of traffic ticket fines. The official website of the Platform is https://www.etrafficticket.gov.hk. Individuals may enter the vehicle registration mark and the Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) number to verify the details of a FPN on the Platform, including the date, time and location of the offence. Moreover, all electronic FPNs SMS messages will only be issued under the HKPF sender name "#HKPF-eTT". Please note that the FPNs, whether issued via SMS messages or email, will never contain any hyperlinks.

Members of the public are reminded to stay vigilant when receiving SMS messages or social media messages from unknown sources. Do not click on any hyperlinks, log in to suspicious websites, or provide any personal information. Any member of the public who has provided personal information to the fraudulent websites should dial 18222 to contact the Anti-Deception Coordination Centre officers of the HKPF. For any enquiries regarding the Platform, please call 181 181.

The HKPF also appeals to the public with the following anti-deception tips:
• All SMS tickets are issued under the SMS sender name "#HKPF-eTT"; any of those issued from other sender names are fraudulent;
• All SMS messages or email tickets do not contain any hyperlinks. Members of the public should stay vigilant and avoid clicking on any suspicious hyperlinks or providing any personal information; and
• The Platform's thematic portal has a domain ending with ".gov.hk". Websites that do not end with ".gov.hk" are not government websites.

Flag-raising ceremony cancelled

2026-10-03 07:33:17

Owing to the thunderstorm warning, the flag-raising ceremony to be conducted at Golden Bauhinia Square, Wan Chai at 8am today (October 3) will be cancelled.

If the thunderstorm warning is cancelled and weather conditions permit by then, the flag-raising ceremony may be resumed without further notice.

Police appeal for information on fatal traffic accident in Western District

2026-10-02 19:41:08

Police today (October 2) appealed to the public for information on a fatal traffic accident in Western District yesterday (October 1) in which a man died.

Police received a report at about 10.31pm yesterday, a private car driven by a man was travelling along Mount Davis Path towards Victoria Road. When approaching the junction of Victoria Road and Mount Davis Path, it reportedly collided with a motorcycle driven by another man travelling along Victoria Road southbound.

Sustaining serious head injury, the 63-year-old male motorcyclist was rushed to Queen Mary Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 9.46am today (October 2).

The 50-year-old male private car driver, who is an off-duty auxiliary police officer, was arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries and is required to report back to Police in early November.

Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island is underway.

Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3660 6848.

Special traffic arrangements for Chung Yeung Festival

2026-10-02 14:32:18

To facilitate grave-sweeping activities during the Chung Yeung Festival period, the Police today (October 2) announced that special traffic arrangements will be implemented in phases in the following districts from tomorrow (October 3) to November 8 to ensure smooth vehicular traffic movements and pedestrian safety.

Chai Wan
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A. Temporary prohibited zone

The section of Cape Collinson Road east of Lin Shing Road i.e. the left-turning movement from Lin Shing Road to Cape Collinson Road leading to the Chinese Permanent Cemetery and its vicinity will be temporarily designated as private cars and light goods vehicles prohibited zone from 7am to 3pm daily from October 3 to November 8. All private cars and light goods vehicles, except those with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport, will be prohibited from entering into the prohibited zone.

B. Road closures

Phase 1 - From 7am to 5pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1 (Sundays, public holidays and specific weekends before and after Chung Yeung Festival), except for those vehicles specified below:

- Lin Shing Road southbound, except franchised buses, green minibus (GMB) routes 16A, 16M, 16X and 18M, taxis, hearses, funeral vehicles, vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport and vehicles gaining access to Wan Tsui Estate and Lin Tsui Estate;
- Lin Shing Road northbound, except GMB route 18M, hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The section of Cape Collinson Road east of Lin Shing Road (i.e. the leftturning movement from Lin Shing Road to Cape Collinson Road leading to the vicinity of the Chinese Permanent Cemetery), except GMB route 18M, taxis, hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The section of Cape Collinson Road west of Lin Shing Road, except franchised buses, GMB routes 16A, 16M and 16X, taxis, hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The slip road leading from Cape Collinson Road to Gardens of Remembrance and the Crematorium, except hearses and vehicles carrying passengers to service at the Crematorium; and
- The slip road leading to the Chai Wan Chinese Permanent Cemetery.

Phase 2 - From 7am to 5am on the day of Chung Yeung Festival (October 18), except for those vehicles specified below:

- Lin Shing Road, except franchised buses, GMB routes 16A, 16M and 16X, hearses, funeral vehicles, vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport and vehicles making access to Wan Tsui Estate and Lin Tsui Estate;
- The section of Cape Collinson Road east of Lin Shing Road (i.e. the leftturning movement from Lin Shing Road to Cape Collinson Road leading to the vicinity of the Chinese Permanent Cemetery), except hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The section of Cape Collinson Road west of Lin Shing Road, except franchised buses, GMB routes 16A, 16M and 16X, hearses, funeral vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport;
- The slip road leading from Cape Collinson Road to Garden of Remembrance and the Crematorium, except hearses and vehicle carrying passengers to service at the Crematorium;
- The slip road leading to the Chai Wan Chinese Permanent Cemetery; and
- Wan Tsui Lane (except vehicles making access to Hing Wah Plaza).

C. Traffic diversions

In connection with road closures and traffic control, traffic diversions will be implemented on following roads:

- Vehicles along the section of Wan Tsui Road eastbound between Fei Tsui Road and Lin Shing Road cannot turn right to Lin Shing Road southbound during the implementation of road closures under Phases 1 and 2; and
- The section of Cape Collinson Road between the slip road leading to Cape Collinson Crematorium and Shek O Road will be converted as one-way westbound during the implementation of road closures under Phases 1 and 2, and during the operation period of CTB route 388.

D. No parking

In connection with the road closures under Phases 1 and 2, no parking will be permitted on the following roads:

- Wan Tsui Road;
- Lin Shing Road;
- Cape Collinson Road; and
- The section of Shek O Road between Tai Tam Gap Correctional Institution and Tai Tam Road.

Tseung Kwan O
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A. General Closure

On October 11, 17, 19, 24 and 25, and November 1 and 8, the access road leading from Ko Chiu Road to the Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery (the Cemetery) will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 5.30am to 6pm daily (except for emergency vehicles, KMB Special Route No. 14S, hearses, vehicles in funeral processions and vehicles with valid entry permits issued by the Cemetery).

B. Full Closure

On October 18, full closure will be implemented on the access road leading from Ko Chiu Road to the Cemetery between 5.30am and 8pm except for emergency vehicles.

Grave sweepers may make use of the BMCPC Footpath opposite to MTR Tiu Keng Leng Station or the access road on Ko Chiu Road to access the Cemetery. As there are staircases on the BMCPC Footpath, wheelchair users should make use of the access road on Ko Chiu Road.

Cheung Sha Wan
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The following special traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented in the vicinity of the Saint Raphael’s Catholic Cemetery from 7am to 7pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25:

A. Road Closure

Wing Ming Street and the unnamed road between Wing Ming Street and the Saint Raphael’s Catholic Cemetery will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for hearses, vehicles taking part in funeral processions, vehicles access by the Cemetery staff, emergency vehicles and vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport).

B. Temporary Traffic Arrangement

- Parking will be prohibited in the section of Yu Chau West Street between Castle Peak Road and King Lam Street;
- Passenger pick-up or set-down will be prohibited in the section of Yu Chau West Street near Wing Ming Street (outside 83 Wing Hong Street); and
- “No Stopping” and “No Parking” will be strictly enforced on Ching Cheung Road.

C. Suspension of On-street Parking Spaces

All on-street parking spaces (including metered parking spaces, disabled parking spaces and motorcycle parking spaces) in Yu Chau West Street, Tai Nan West Street, a section of King Lam Street between Yu Chau West Street and Tai Nan West Street and a section of Wing Hong Street between Yu Chau West Street and Tai Nan West Street will be temporarily suspended.

Tuen Mun
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(I) Castle Peak

The following special traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented in Tuen Mun from 7am to 7pm daily on October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1 for Chung Yeung Festival:

A. Road Closures

The following sections of roads will be intermittently closed to all vehicular traffic (except emergency vehicles and those authorised by police officers on-site):

- Tsing San Path; and
- The access roads leading to Ching Chung Koon and Ching Chung Sin Yuen.

B. Removal of Illegally Parked Vehicles

Any vehicles found illegally parked at the following locations will be prosecuted and towed away by the Police without prior notice (except emergency vehicles and those authorised by police officers on-site):

- San Fuk Road;
- The section of Tsing Chung Koon Road between Tsing Chung Path and San Fuk Road;
- The section of Tsing Lun Road between Tsun Wen Road and the Northern vehicle entrance of Tuen Mun Hospital; and
- The section of Tsun Wen Road southbound between Tsing Lun Road and San Fuk Road.

C. Traffic Diversions

The following section of roads will be intermittently implemented with traffic diversions (except emergency vehicles and those authorised by police officers on-site):

- The section of Tsing Chung Koon Road between Tsing Lun Road and San Fuk Road will be converted to one-way northbound traffic; and
- The section of San Fuk Road between Leung Shun Street and Tsing Chung Koon Road will be converted to one-way westbound traffic.

D. Provision of Temporary Passenger Pick-up and Drop-off Points

Temporary loading and unloading points will be provided at Tsing Chung Koon Road northbound opposite to Castle Peak Hospital, Tsing Chung Koon Road northbound opposite to Tuen Mun Hospital and Tsing Lun Road westbound outside Tuen Mun Hospital.

(II) Tsang Tsui

A. Road Closure

The section of Nim Wan Road between Yung Long Road and Tsang Tsui Columbarium access road will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 7am to 7pm daily on October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1, except for the access of the following vehicles:

- Franchised buses and MTR buses;
- Taxis;
- Vehicles gaining access to and from West New Territories Landfill and T·PARK; and
- Vehicles with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport.

Lantau Island
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A. Special Traffic Arrangements

A section of closed road of Tung Chung Road between Shek Mun Kap Road and South Lantau Road will be temporarily opened for all vehicles to access from 6am to 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18 and 19.

All other roads or access roads in South Lantau remain closed 24 hours daily. All motor vehicles, except emergency vehicles and those with valid Lantau Closed Road Permits, are banned from entering the closed road.

B. Special Transport Arrangements

On October 18, apart from the bus routes serving Tung Chung Road, NLB Route No. 34S (Tung Chung Tat Tung Road Bus Terminus – Tung Chung Cemetery Area No. 18 (Circular)) will be operated from 8.45am to 1.15pm at a frequency of 30 to 45 minutes and NLB Route No. 7S (Mui Wo Ferry Pier – Lai Chi Yuen Cemetery) will be operated from 9am to 2.45pm at a frequency of 30 minutes.

Tsuen Wan
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A. Road Closure

The section of Lo Wai Road from Lo Wai Pai Lau to Yuen Yuen Institute will be designated as closed road to all vehicular traffic except franchised buses (scheduled service Route No. 32P), taxis, public light buses (scheduled service New Territories Route No. 81), emergency vehicles and vehicles with valid closed road permits from 8am to 6pm on October 11 and 18.

B. Suspension of Parking Spaces

During the above road closure, all metered parking spaces on Lo Wai Road near Yi Pei Chun Road, former Lo Wai Bus Terminus and Lo Wai Road outside Yuen Yuen Institute will be suspended from 8am to 6pm on October 11 and 18.

Wo Hop Shek
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A. Road Closure

From 6am to 5pm daily on October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1, the following road sections will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles and those vehicles specified below):

- Kiu Tau Road (except for hearses, coaches conveying people attending services at the crematorium/cemetery, vehicles of the undertakers and franchised buses);
- Ming Yin Road (except for franchised buses); and
- All access roads within Wo Hop Shek Cemetery.

From 6am to 5pm daily on October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, 7 and 8, the following road section will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles):

- Wo Ka Lau Road.

B. Temporary Prohibited Zones

From 6am to 5pm daily on November 7 and 8, the following road sections will be temporarily designated as prohibited zones for private cars, buses, light buses, goods vehicles, motor cycles and motor tricycles (except for emergency vehicles and those vehicles specified below):

- Kiu Tau Road (except for hearses, coaches conveying people attending services at the crematorium/cemetery, vehicles of the undertakers and franchised buses);
- Ming Yin Road (except for franchised buses); and
- All access roads within Wo Hop Shek Cemetery.

All private cars, buses, light buses, goods vehicles, motor cycles and motor tricycles, except those vehicles specified above or those with permits issued by the Commissioner for Transport, will be prohibited from entering into the prohibited zones.

Members of the public may drive to Wo Hop Shek Cemetery after reopening of the roads/the end time of temporary prohibited zones until closure of the cemetery (i.e. 7.30pm) on the above-mentioned days.

C. Banning of Turning Movements

All vehicles will be temporarily prohibited from making the following turning movements on October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31 and November 1:

- Right turning movements from Pak Wo Road northbound near Fung Ying Seen Koon onto Pak Wo Road southbound; and
- Right turning movements from Pak Wo Road southbound near MTR Fanling Station into the car park on Pak Wo Road near Fung Ying Seen Koon.

D. Suspension of Car Parks and Parking Spaces

The following car parks and parking spaces will be suspended (except emergency vehicles and those vehicles specified below) from 7am to 5pm daily on October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, 7 and 8:

- Car park at Wo Hing Road near Wah Ming Road roundabout (urban and NT taxis may access to the car park to pick up and set down passengers);
- Car park at Pak Wo Road near Fung Ying Seen Koon (except for vehicles with valid disabled person’s parking permits or parking certificates for drivers who carry people with mobility disabilities issued by the Transport Department to use the disabled parking space and the public buses operating the Residents’ Service Route No. NR112 (Dawning View, Fanling - Fung Ying Seen Koon) to pick up and set down passengers);
- Parking spaces at Wah Ming Lane; and
- All parking spaces at Ming Yin Road between Wo Hop Shek Cemetery Office and Kiu Tau Road.

Depending on the actual situation, the Police may exercise discretion to allow vehicles carrying the elderly and passengers with disabilities to pick up and set down at the car park at Pak Wo Road near Fung Yin Seen Koon to facilitate interchange with the bus services to Wo Hop Shek Cemetery.

Sandy Ridge
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A. Opening of Frontier Closed Area from Lo Wu Station to Lo Wu Station Road

The Frontier Closed Area from Lo Wu Station to Lo Wu Station Road will be temporarily opened to the members of public for grave sweeping from 6am to 6pm daily between October 10 and November 8 (both dates inclusive).

B. Road Closure

(i) From 6am to 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, 7 and 8, Lo Wu Station Road from its junction with Man Kam To Road to a point about 280 metres west of the same junction (near the management office of the Sandy Ridge Cemetery) will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles, vehicles of Lo Wu Village residents and vehicles that are allowed to park inside the carpark of MTR Lo Wu Station).

(ii) From 6am to 6pm daily on October 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 31, and November 1, 7 and 8, Sha Ling Road will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for emergency vehicles and vehicles of Sha Ling residents).

Any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts mentioned above will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to ticketing.

The Police will implement appropriate arrangements subject to the prevailing traffic and crowd conditions. Grave sweepers are advised to use public transport services as far as possible. Motorists should exercise patience and tolerance, and follow the instructions of police officers on site.

Flag-raising ceremony cancelled

2026-10-02 07:36:38

Owing to the thunderstorm warning, the flag-raising ceremony to be conducted at Golden Bauhinia Square, Wan Chai at 8am today (October 2) will be cancelled.

If the thunderstorm warning is cancelled and weather conditions permit by then, the flag-raising ceremony may be resumed without further notice.

Police National Security Department conducts arrest operation

2026-10-01 22:27:33

Police noticed that on the evening of August 31, some people were standing outside MTR Prince Edward Station holding bouquets and shouting seditious slogans. The persons concerned were suspected of spreading false information and attacking the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government with lies, as well as smearing the Police Force, with the intention of inciting hatred against the HKSAR Government and law enforcement agencies.

The National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force (NSD) attaches great importance to the incident, and swiftly took enforcement actions in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon on September 3 and arrested two local men and one local woman, aged between 33 and 79, for the offence of "doing an act that has a seditious intention with a seditious intention" under Section 24 of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance. The three arrestees have been released on bail pending further investigations.

After follow-up investigations, the NSD took further enforcement actions in Kowloon and the New Territories on September 27 and 28, and arrested a local man and two local women, aged between 46 and 65, for the same offence. The three arrested persons have been released on bail pending further investigations.

The NSD yesterday (September 30) further arrested a 37-year-old local man and a 58-year-old local woman for the same offence in Kowloon and the New Territories. Prior to the operation, Police obtained court search warrants to search the residences of the arrested persons and seize relevant exhibits. The two arrestees are being detained for further enquiries, while the Police arrest operation is still ongoing.

Police stressed that the so-called "831 incident" has been proven without factual basis. It is a lie manipulated by persons with ulterior motives to spread lies, attack the HKSAR Government and smear the Police Force, attempting to achieve their political objectives by endangering public peace. The acts concerned are suspected of breaching "doing an act that has a seditious intention with a seditious intention", which is a serious crime. Offenders shall be liable to imprisonment for seven years on first conviction.

Police will continue to ensure that laws are observed and strictly enforced to bring offenders to account, so as to prevent, suppress and impose punishment for acts and activities endangering national security.

Special traffic arrangements for flag-raising ceremonies in celebration of 77th anniversary of founding of People's Republic of China and National Day Fireworks Display on October 1

2026-09-28 18:30:25

The Police announced today (September 28) that special traffic arrangements will be implemented in phases on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon from the early hours of September 30 to facilitate the holding of flag-raising ceremonies in celebration of the 77th anniversary of the founding of People’s Republic of China, and the National Day Fireworks Display on October 1.

Flag Raising Ceremony in Wan Chai North, Central and Tin Hau
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A. Road Closure

The following road sections will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic (except for authorised vehicles) at the times specified below:

(I) From 12.01am on September 30 to 1pm on October 1:

- Expo Drive;
- Expo Drive Central;
- Expo Drive East;
- The slip road leading from the Central – Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel to Expo Drive; and
- The section of Lung Wo Road eastbound between the Wan Chai portal of the Central – Wan Chai -Bypass Tunnel and Fleming Road.

(II) From 5.30am to 1pm on October 1

- The section of Lung Wo Road westbound between the Wan Chai portal of Central –
Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel and Expo Drive East; and
- Lung Tat Path.

(III) From 6.30am to 7.30am on October 1

- The section of Lung Wo Road between Edinburgh Place and Tim Wa Avenue.

(IV) From 6.30am to 8am on October 1

- The section of Tung Lo Wan Road between Causeway Road and Lai Yin Lane.

B. Traffic Diversions

To facilitate the aforementioned road closure arrangements, the following traffic diversions will be temporarily implemented at the times specified below:

(I) From 12.01am on September 30 to 1pm on October 1

- Vehicles along Lung Wo Road eastbound heading for Fleming Road and Hung Hing Road will be diverted onto Lung Hop Street southbound or heading for Island Eastern Corridor will continue travelling along Lung Wo Road eastbound to enter Central – Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel eastbound;
- Vehicles making right turn from Lung Hop Street northbound can only enter Central – Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel eastbound via Lung Wo Road eastbound; and
- Vehicles from Central heading for Wan Chai will be diverted via Man Po Street, Yiu Sing Street eastbound and Lung Wo Road eastbound.

(II) From 5.30am to 1pm on October 1

- Vehicles along Hung Hing Road westbound heading for Lung Wo Road westbound will be diverted via Fleming Road southbound, Fleming Road northbound, Harbour Road westbound, Fenwick Pier Street roundabout, Fenwick Pier Street westbound and Lung Hop Street northbound.

(III) From 6.30am to 7.30am on October 1

- Vehicles along Lung Wo Road eastbound will be diverted via Edinburgh Place southbound;
- Vehicles along Lung Wo Road westbound will be diverted via Tim Wa Avenue southbound;
- Vehicles along Harcourt Road eastbound will not be allowed to enter Tim Wa Avenue; and
- Vehicles along Tim Wa Avenue southbound will not be allowed to u-turn to Tim Wa Avenue northbound.

(IV) From 6.30am to 8am on October 1

- Vehicles along Causeway Road westbound will be keep straight to Causeway Road westbound.

C. Suspension of parking spaces and pick-up/drop-off areas

- The metered parking spaces and pick-up/drop-off area at Expo Drive; and the on-street parking spaces and pick-up/drop-off area at Expo Drive East will be suspended from 12.01am on September 30 to 1pm on October 1; and
- All metered parking spaces and parking spaces designated for people with disabilities on Tung Lo Wan Road between Causeway Road and Lai Yin Lane will be suspended from 10pm on September 30 to 8am on October 1.

National Day Fireworks Display
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Hong Kong Island
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A. Road Closure

The following roads will be closed to all vehicular traffic and the special traffic arrangements will be implemented during the periods as specified below, until the crowd is dispersed and the closed roads re-open to traffic:

Phase I - From 4pm on October 1:

- The section of Expo Drive East outside Golden Bauhinia Square.

Phase II - From 6.30pm on October 1:

Wan Chai District
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- Expo Drive;
- Expo Drive Central;
- Expo Drive East;
- The section of Lung Wo Road eastbound between Tim Wa Avenue and Fleming Road;
- The section of Lung Wo Road westbound between Legislative Council Road and Fleming Road;
- Hung Hing Road;
- Hung Hing Road flyover;
- Lung Tat Path;
- Convention Avenue;
- Lung King Street;
- Fenwick Pier Street eastbound;
- Harbour Road eastbound;
- The section of Fleming Road between Expo Drive East and Harbour Road;
- Fleming Road flyover;
- The section of Tonnochy Road northbound between Hung Hing Road and Harbour Road;
- The section of Tonnochy Road southbound between Hung Hing Road and Gloucester Road;
- The section of Marsh Road between Hung Hing Road and Gloucester Road;
- Marsh Road flyover;
- The section of Marsh Road between Hennessy Road and Lockhart Road;
- Wan Ying Street;
- Wan Shing Street;
- The slip road leading from Victoria Park Road eastbound to Causeway Bay Promenade;
- Lung Hop Street; and
- The exit and entrance of the Central – Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel to/from Expo Drive and Lung Wo Road.

Central District
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- Man Kwong Street;
- Man Fai Street;
- The section of Man Yiu Street between Man Kwong Street and Yiu Sing Street; and
- Unnamed road near Lung Wo Road outside General Post Office metered parking spaces.

Eastern District
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- The section of Hing Fat Street northward of Whitfield Road;
- King Ming Road;
- Watson Road;
- Whitfield Road; and
- The section of Electric Road between Watson Road and Gordon Road.

Phase III - From 7.15pm on October 1:

Central District
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- Yiu Sing Street;
- Lung Wo Road;
- Edinburgh Place;
- Tim Wa Avenue; and
- Tim Mei Avenue.

Wan Chai District
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- Legislative Council Road;
- Lung Wui Road;
- Performing Arts Avenue;
- The section of unnamed road between Harcourt Road and Performing Arts Avenue;
- Fenwick Pier Street flyover;
- Fenwick Pier Street westbound;
- The section of Fenwick Street between Harbour Road and Gloucester Road;
- Harbour Road westbound;
- The section of Fleming Road between Harbour Road and Gloucester Road;
- Harbour Drive;
- Tonnochy Road flyover; and
- The section of Tonnochy Road northbound between Harbour Road and Gloucester Road.

Phase IV - From 7.55pm on October 1:

Wan Chai District
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- The section of Lockhart Road between Canal Road West and Luard Road;
- The section of O’Brien Road between Jaffe Road and Lockhart Road;
- The section of Fleming Road between Jaffe Road and Hennessy Road;
- The section of Stewart Road between Jaffe Road and Hennessy Road;
- The section of Tonnochy Road between Jaffe Road and Hennessy Road;
- The section of Marsh Road between Jaffe Road and Lockhart Road; and
- The section of Canal Road West between Lockhart Road and Hennessy Road.

Central District
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- The section of Man Yiu Street between Man Po Street and Man Cheung Street;
- The section of Man Po Street between slip road leading to Finance Street and Man Yiu Street; and
- The section of Finance Street between Man Yiu Street and Man Po Street.

Phase V - From 7.55pm to 8.23pm on October 1 (except for franchised buses):

Eastern District
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- The section of Island Eastern Corridor (IEC) westbound between Victoria Park Road and Man Hong Street;
- The slip roads leading to IEC westbound from Healthy Street Central, Tong Shui Road and Wharf Road; and
- The entrance of the Central – Wan Chai Bypass Tunnel westbound from IEC.

B. Traffic Diversion

To facilitate the aforementioned road closure arrangements, the following traffic diversions will be implemented temporarily in the periods concerned until the crowd is dispersed and the closed roads re-open to traffic:

Phase I - From 6.30pm on October 1:

- In connection to the road closure in Central, the section of Rumsey Street between Chung Kong Road and Connaught Road Central will be converted into one-way southbound traffic only.

Phase II - From 7.55pm to 8.23pm on October 1:

- In connection to the road closure in Eastern District, vehicles along IEC westbound will be diverted via Man Hong Street.

Phase III - From 7.55pm on October 1:

- In connection to the road closure in Central District, vehicles along Connaught Road West flyover eastbound will be diverted via Finance Street.

C. Suspension of Parking Spaces

All on-street parking spaces, metered parking spaces, motorcycle parking spaces and parking spaces designated for people with disabilities will be suspended from 10am to 10pm on October 1 at the following locations:

- Man Kwong Street;
- Yiu Sing Street;
- Lung Wo Road;
- Lung Wui Road;
- Lung Hop Street;
- Edinburgh Place;
- Unnamed Road near Lung Wo Road outside General Post Office metered parking spaces;
- Hung Hing Road;
- Expo Drive;
- Expo Drive East;
- Convention Avenue;
- Fleming Road;
- Wan Shing Street;
- Stewart Road;
- Marsh Road;
- Tonnochy Road;
- The section of Lockhart Road between Percival Street and Luard Road;
- Canal Road East;
- Canal Road West;
- Waston Road; and
- Whitfield Road.

D. Suspension of Public Transport Interchange

In connection to the road closures in the vicinities of Wan Chai North and Central, the following public transport interchanges will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 5.30pm to 10pm on October 1 until the closed road re-open to traffic:

- Exhibition Centre Station Public Transport Interchange;
- Central Ferry Piers Bus Terminus; and
- Whitfield Road Bus Terminus.

E. Restrictions on Access to/exit from Car parks

Vehicles parked in car parks within the closed areas in North Point, Wan Chai and Central will not be permitted to enter or leave the car parks during the road closure period until the closed roads re-open. The car parks on Gloucester Road westbound between Paterson Street and Percival Street may be closed by the Police if necessary.

Kowloon
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A. Road Closure

The following roads will be closed to all vehicular traffic and the special traffic arrangements will be implemented during the periods as specified below, until the crowd is dispersed and the closed roads re-open to traffic:

Phase I - From 5pm:

- Salisbury Road and Salisbury Road Underpass between Science Museum Road and Kowloon Park Drive;
- The section of Hung Hom Bypass between Salisbury Road and Metropolis Drive;
- The section of Hung Hom Bypass between Salisbury Road and Hung Hom Road;
- The section of Salisbury Road southbound between Hong Chong Road and Hung Hom Bypass;
- The u-turn slip road of Salisbury Road leading from Salisbury Road eastbound to Salisbury Road westbound;
- The section of Chatham Road South between Cheong Wan Road and Salisbury Road;
- The section of Chatham Road South southbound between Cheong Wan Road and Granville Road (except for franchised buses and green minibuses);
- The section of Granville Road between Chatham Road South and Science Museum Road (except for franchised buses and green minibuses);
- The section of Canton Road between Gateway Boulevard and Salisbury Road;
- The section of Kowloon Park Drive southbound between Canton Road and Salisbury Road;
- The section of Nathan Road northbound between Salisbury Road and Austin Road;
- The section of Nathan Road southbound between Granville Road and Salisbury Road;
- The section of Chatham Road South northbound between Granville Road and Salisbury Road;
- The section of Carnarvon Road between Granville Road and Nathan Road;
- Hong Wan Path;
- Mody Lane;
- Mody Road;
- Mody Square;
- Granville Square;
- Minden Row;
- Hanoi Road;
- Bristol Avenue;
- Minden Avenue;
- Blenheim Avenue;
- Hart Avenue;
- Prat Avenue;
- Humphreys Avenue;
- Cameron Road;
- Cameron Lane;
- Hau Fuk Street;
- Middle Road;
- Peking Road;
- Lock Road;
- Hankow Road;
- Ashley Road;
- Ichang Street; and
- Haiphong Road.

Phase II - From 5.30pm:

- The section of Salisbury Road between Canton Road and Kowloon Park Drive; and
- The section of Kowloon Park Drive northbound between Salisbury Road and Canton Road.

Phase III - From 6pm:

- Museum Drive;
- Cultural Drive;
- The slip road near Xiqu Centre leading from Austin Road West westbound to Austin Road West eastbound;
- The slip road near The Harbourside leading from Austin Road eastbound to Austin Road West westbound;
- The left lane of Austin Road West westbound leading to Austin Road West roundabout; and
- Kin Wan Street.

Phase IV - From 7.45pm:

- The section of Nga Cheung Road between Jordan Road and Austin Road West;
- The section of Canton Road between Austin Road West and Kowloon Park Drive;
- The section of Nathan Road between Austin Road and Jordan Road;
- The section of Bowring Street between Pilkem Street and Nathan Road;
- The section of Tak Shing Street between Nathan Road and Tak Hing Street;
- The section of Nathan Road southbound between Austin Road and Granville Road;
- The section of Chatham Road South northbound between Granville Road and Observatory Road;
- Pine Tree Hill Road;
- Hillwood Road;
- The section of Kimberly Road between Nathan Road and Observatory Road;
- Granville Circuit;
- The section of Carnarvon Road between Kimberly Road and Granville Road;
- Kimberly Street;
- Shun Yee Street;
- The section of Granville Road between Nathan Road and Chatham Road South;
- The section of Austin Road West roundabout between Austin Road West entrance and Museum Drive exit/entrance;
- The section of Hung Luen Road westbound between Hung Lok Road and Shuen King Street;
- The section of Hung Luen Road eastbound between Hung Lok Road and Oi King Street; and
Wa Shun Street.

B. Traffic Diversions

In connection with the road closures in Tsim Sha Tsui, the following traffic diversions will be implemented in phases in the period as specified below, until the crowd is dispersed and the re-opening of road sections:

Phase I - From 5pm:

- Vehicles on Hung Hom Road southbound will be directed to the roundabout at Cheong Tung Road via Hung Hom Bypass;
- Vehicles on Metropolis Drive eastbound will be prohibited from turning right onto Hung Hom Bypass southbound;
- Vehicles on Hung Hom Bypass southbound will be diverted to turn right onto Metropolis Drive westbound;
- Franchised buses along Nathan Road southbound will turn right onto Public Square Street westbound or Jordan Road westbound;
- Franchised buses and green minibuses along Chatham Road South southbound will turn left onto Granville Road eastbound;
- Vehicles on Canton Road southbound will make an u-turn onto Canton Road northbound outside China Hong Kong City;
- Vehicles on Kowloon Park Drive northbound will be prohibited from turning left onto Canton Road southbound;
- The section of Granville Road between Nathan Road and Carnarvon Road will be re-routed as one-way eastbound and vehicles on Nathan Road southbound will be diverted to turn left onto Granville Road eastbound;
- Vehicles on Science Museum Road will be prohibited from turning onto Mody Road and Granville Road;
- Vehicles on Salisbury Road southbound near Hong Chong Road will be diverted to Tsim Sha Tsui East;
- Vehicles on Jordan Road westbound will be prohibited from turning left onto Canton Road southbound;
- Vehicles on Granville Road eastbound near Chatham Road South will turn left onto Chatham Road South northbound;
- Vehicles on Salisbury Road eastbound will turn left onto Kowloon Park Drive northbound;
- Vehicles on Kowloon Park Drive northbound will be prohibited from turning right onto Peking Road; and
- Vehicles on Cheong Wan Road westbound heading for Chatham Road South will turn right onto Chatham Road South northbound or diverted via Austin Road westbound (except for franchised buses and green minibuses).

Phase II - From 6pm:

- Vehicles on Austin Road West westbound will be prohibited from entering the slip road of Austin Road West;
- Vehicles on Austin Road West westbound can only head for Nga Cheung Road elevated road;
- Vehicles on Austin Road West eastbound will be prohibited from entering the slip road of Austin Road West;
- Vehicles on Nga Cheung Road southbound will be prohibited from entering Museum Drive; and
- Vehicles on Huen Luen Road will be prohibited from entering Kin Wan Street.

Phase III - From 7.45pm:

- Vehicles on Nathan Road southbound will be diverted to turn right onto Jordan Road westbound;
- Vehicles on Jordan Road westbound will be prohibited from turning left onto
Nathan Road southbound;
- Vehicles on Austin Road westbound and Cox’s Road southbound will be prohibited from turning onto Pine Tree Hill Road;
- Vehicles on Observatory Road will be prohibited from turning left onto Kimberly Street westbound;
- Vehicles on Pilkem Street northbound will be prohibited from turning right onto Bowring Street eastbound;
- Vehicles on Bowring Street eastbound will be diverted via Pilkem Street northbound;
- Vehicles on Canton Road southbound will be directed to Austin Road eastbound or Austin Road West westbound;
- Vehicles from Austin Road West eastbound will be prohibited from turning right onto Canton Road southbound;
- Vehicles on Jordan Road westbound heading to Nga Cheung Road will be directed to Kowloon Station Public Transport Interchange;
- Vehicles on Gateway Boulevard northbound will be diverted to Kowloon Park Drive northbound;
- Vehicles on Nga Cheung Road southbound entering Austin Road West roundabout will be directed to Austin Road West eastbound;
- Vehicles on Oi King Street southbound will be diverted to turn left onto Hung Luen Road eastbound;
- Vehicles on Hung Lok Road southbound will be prohibited from turning turn left onto Hung Luen Road eastbound;
- Vehicles on Hung Luen Road eastbound will turn left onto Hung Lok Road northbound;
- Vehicles on Hung Luen Road eastbound is prohibited from turning right onto Wa Shun Street and Hung Hom (Hung Luen Road) Public Transport Interchange;
- Vehicles on Shung King Street westbound will turn right onto Hung Luen Road northbound;
- Vehicles on Hung Luen Road southbound will turn left onto Shung King Street eastbound; and
- Vehicles on Hung Hom South Road southbound heading for Hung Luen Road westbound will turn left onto Hung Hom (Hung Luen Road) Public Transport Interchange (only for franchised buses and green minibuses).

The following traffic diversions will be implemented by police if necessary:

- Vehicles on Hung Luen Road southbound will turn left onto Wa Shun Street eastbound;
- Vehicles on Wa Shun Street westbound will turn right onto Hung Luen Road eastbound;
- Vehicles on Hung Lok Road southbound will be prohibited from turning left onto Hung Luen Road eastbound; and
- Vehicles on Hung Luen Road eastbound will be directed to turn left onto Hung Lok Road northbound.

C. Suspension of Parking Spaces

- All on-street parking spaces along the closed road sections Tsim Sha Tsui and Hung Hom area will be suspended from noon on October 1 to 11.30pm on October 1; and
- All metered parking spaces on Hoi Bun Road, two of parking spaces designated for people with disabilities on Hoi Bun Road eastbound near Hoi Bun Road Park, 10 of motorcycle parking spaces on Hoi Bun Road westbound near Kwun Tong Promenade and all metered parking spaces and parking space designated for people with disabilities at Kai Tak Runway Park Pier will be suspended from 3pm on October 1 to 1am on the following day of October 1.

D. Restrictions on Access to/exit from Car parks

- Vehicles parked in all car parks within the closed road area in Tsim Sha Tsui will not be permitted to enter or leave the car parks from about 5pm on October 1 until the re-opening of roads; and
- Vehicles parked in all car parks within the closed road area in West Kowloon Cultural District will not be permitted to enter or leave the car parks from about 6pm on October 1 until the re-opening of roads.

Any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts mentioned above will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to ticketing.

Members of the public are advised to use public transport to access the above areas. They should pay attention to the latest special traffic arrangements announced by the Transport Department. Actual implementation of traffic arrangements and crowd safety management measures will be made depending on the traffic and crowd conditions in the areas. Members of the public are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, and take heed of instructions of the Police on site.

Flag-raising and lowering ceremony suspended

2026-09-26 10:22:00

Owing to urgent maintenance work on the flag poles at the Golden Bauhinia Square, Wan Chai, the flag-raising and lowering ceremony will be temporarily suspended until the maintenance work is completed.

Missing girl in Sau Mau Ping located

2026-09-24 18:18:13

A girl who went missing in Sau Mau Ping has been located.

Kai Hiu-lam, aged 14, went missing after she left her residence in On Tai Estate on September 12 afternoon. Her family made a report to Police on September 14.

The girl was located in Ping Tin Estate, Kwun Tong this afternoon (September 24). She sustained no injuries and no suspicious circumstances were detected.

Police conduct inter-departmental exercise to prepare for 94th INTERPOL General Assembly (with photos)

2026-09-24 16:57:07

To ensure the smooth staging of the 94th INTERPOL General Assembly, scheduled to be held in Hong Kong in late November this year, the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF), in collaboration with various government departments and relevant organisations, successfully conducted a comprehensive inter-departmental exercise last night (September 23), at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), Victoria Harbour and the West Kowloon area.

The exercise featured on-site rehearsals of the opening and closing ceremonies, and drills covering a wide range of measures and arrangements for the conference. These included security and traffic coordination for VIP attendance, simulated crowd flow management for approximately 1 000 delegates within the venue and their movement between the main and side event venues, coordinated operations at the venue command centre and stress tests of the wireless network. Through this comprehensive exercise, the Police aimed to ensure that all aspects of the General Assembly would be seamlessly coordinated, and conducted in a safe and orderly manner, showcasing Hong Kong's capability and determination to host major international events.

The exercise also simulated a suspected biochemical terrorist attack in which an unattended backpack suddenly released an unknown gas during a cocktail reception, causing a number of people to feel unwell. Concurrently, other emergencies unfolded near the venue, prompting various departments and organisations to swiftly activate their emergency response mechanisms. The exercise comprehensively tested the coordination capabilities of relevant stakeholders in key operational areas, including immediate tactical intervention, emergency response, decontamination and triage of casualties, and the handling of suspicious objects as well as affected persons. By refining contingency protocols, the exercise further strengthened inter-departmental counter-terrorism preparedness and incident response capabilities.

The exercise mobilised about 3 000 personnel from various government departments and relevant organisations, including the HKPF, the Fire Services Department, the Hospital Authority, the HKCEC (Management) Limited, and the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority. The Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, and the Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, observed the exercise on site. Following the exercise, Mr Tang commended all participating units for their professional performance, coordination and cooperation.

Earlier this year, the Central Government has established the CPG Steering Committee for the 94th General Assembly, comprising a secretariat and various working groups, to comprehensively oversee all preparatory work for the General Assembly. The HKSAR Government attaches great importance to the organisation of the conference and has established a three-tier command and coordination structure, which comprises the HKSAR Steering Committee chaired by the Chief Secretary for Administration, an Inter-departmental Task Force led by the Secretary for Security, and the Force Working Group headed by the Commissioner of Police. Since the commencement of preparatory work, under the guidance and support of the CPG Steering Committee, all relevant departments of the HKSAR Government have spared no effort to implement various event arrangements and security measures in preparation for hosting this major international event.

Special traffic arrangements for Mid-Autumn Festival

2026-09-23 19:31:47

The Police announced today (September 23) that special traffic arrangements will be implemented on Hong Kong Island and in the New Territories from September 24 to 26 to facilitate the celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Hong Kong Island
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Tai Hang
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To facilitate the holding of the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance, the following special traffic arrangements will be implemented from September 24 to 26.

A. Road closure

The following roads will be closed from 2pm to 11.59pm daily:

- Lai Yin Lane;
- Lin Fa Kung Street East;
- Lin Fa Kung Street West;
- Lily Street;
- Wun Sha Street;
- Ormsby Street;
- Brown Street;
- Warren Street;
- Jones Street;
- Lai Yin Street;
- School Street;
- King Street;
- Shepherd Street;
- Sun Chun Street; and
- Second Lane.

Tung Lo Wan Road between Causeway Road and Moreton Terrace will be closed from 5pm to 11.59pm daily. Shelter Street will be closed from 7pm to 11.59 daily.

B. Traffic diversions

The following traffic diversions will be implemented daily from 5pm to 11.59pm:

- Vehicles on westbound King’s Road will be prohibited from turning left to Tung Lo Wan Road;
- Vehicles on eastbound Tung Lo Wan Road must turn left to Tung Lo Wan Drive; and
- Vehicles on southbound Tung Lo Wan Drive must turn right to Moreton Terrace.

C. Suspension of parking spaces

All metered, motorcycle and disabled parking spaces on the above closed roads will be suspended daily from noon to 11.59pm.

Causeway Bay
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A. Pedestrianisation

The following roads will be closed for implementation of a part-time pedestrian scheme from noon to 11.59pm on September 24 and 26, and from 4pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day:

- Lockhart Road east of Cannon Street;
- East Point Road; and
- Great George Street west of Paterson Street.

B. Road closure

(I) Depending on the crowd and traffic conditions, the following roads may be closed from 7pm to 11.59pm on September 24 and 26, and from 7pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day:

- Sugar Street;
- Paterson Street between Kingston Street and Great George Street;
- Gloucester Road between Victoria Park Road flyover and Causeway Road, except for vehicles on Tai Hang Road flyover heading for northbound Gloucester Road;
- Westbound Kingston Street between Gloucester Road and Paterson Street;
- Great George Street east of Paterson Street; and
- Hing Fat Street will be closed intermittently, except for franchised buses and green minibuses.

(II) If necessary, the following roads may be closed:

- Cleveland Street between Gloucester Road and Kingston Road;
- Eastbound Kingston Street between Paterson Street and Gloucester Road; and
- Paterson Street between Kingston Street and Gloucester Road.

C. Traffic diversions

Depending on the crowd and traffic conditions, the following traffic diversions may be implemented from 7pm to 11.59pm on September 24 and 26, and from 7pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day:

- Vehicles on Victoria Park Road flyover heading for southbound Gloucester Road must turn right to westbound Gloucester Road;
- Vehicles on southbound Paterson Street must turn left to eastbound Kingston Street;
- Vehicles on Cleveland Street will be prohibited from turning right to westbound Kingston Street; and
- Vehicles on northbound Gloucester Road and northbound Tai Hang Road flyover will be prohibited from turning left to westbound Kingston Street.

D. Suspension of car parks and parking spaces

- All parking spaces at the Hing Fat Street Public Car Park will be suspended from 5pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day, and from 7pm to 11.59pm on September 26, except for disabled parking spaces;
- Access to car parks at Great George Street will be restricted from 7pm to 11.59pm on September 24 and 26, and from 7pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day; and
- Disabled parking spaces along northbound Gloucester Road near Sugar Street will be suspended from 7pm to 11.59pm on September 24 and 26, and from 7pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day.

E. Suspension of public transport interchange

The Tin Hau Station Public Transport Interchange will be suspended from 7pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day.

F. Prohibition for learner drivers

The following roads will be prohibited to all learner drivers from 7pm to 11.59pm on September 24 and 26, and from 7pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day:

- Eastbound Leighton Road;
- Tin Lok Lane;
- Tung Lo Wan Road;
- Hing Fat Street;
- Electric Road between Wing Hing Street and Yacht Street;
- Northbound Morrison Hill Road;
- Hennessy Road east of Marsh Road;
- Tin Hau Temple Road between Fortress Hill Road and Causeway Road; and
- Causeway Road.

The Peak
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A. Road closure and traffic diversion

- Lugard Road, Harlech Road and Mount Austin Road will be closed from 9am to 11pm daily from September 25 to 27, except for residents’ vehicles or vehicles with permits; and
- Vehicles on northbound Peak Road heading for Lugard Road, Harlech Road and Mount Austin Road will be diverted to southbound Peak Road via the slip road next to the car park entrance of the Peak Galleria, except for residents’ vehicles or vehicles with permits.

B. Suspension of parking spaces

- All metered and motorcycle parking spaces on Mount Austin Road outside Victoria Peak Garden will be suspended from 9am to 11pm daily from September 25 to 27.

Central
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A. Road closure

- Tramway Lane outside Lower Peak Tram Station will be closed from 12.01am on September 25 to 11.59 pm on September 27.

B. Suspension of parking spaces

- All metered, motorcycle and disabled parking spaces on Tramway Lane will be suspended from 12.01am on September 25 to 11.59pm on September 27.

Aberdeen and Pok Fu Lam
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To facilitate the holding of the Fire Dragon Dance, the following road closure will be implemented on September 25:

(I) The offside lane of Nam Ning Street between its southern junction with Chengtu Road and outside the Nam Ning Street Sitting-out Area will be closed from 6pm to 10.30pm.

(II) Depending on the crowd and traffic conditions, the following roads will be intermittently closed from 4pm to 10pm:

- Tung Sing Road;
- Wu Nam Street;
- Lok Yeung Street;
- Aberdeen Main Road;
- Aberdeen Old Main Street;
- Sai On Street;
- Chengtu Road;
- Nan Ning Street;
- Fung Tin Street; and
- Wu Pak Street.

(III) Depending on the crowd and traffic conditions, the following roads will be intermittently closed from 4pm to 11.59pm:

- Pok Fu Lam Road near Pok Fu Lam Village, except for the fast lane;
- Chi Fu Road near Pok Fu Lam Village;
- Chi Fu Road flyover;
- Wah Fu Road; and
- Waterfall Bay Road.

Repulse Bay
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A. Traffic arrangements

Depending on the crowd and traffic conditions, the following arrangements may be implemented on September 25 and 26:

- Southbound South Bay Road south of South Bay Path may be closed if the car parks on South Bay Road are full, except for residents’ vehicles and public transport services;
- Vehicles on Beach Road may be diverted to northbound South Bay Road for leaving the area if the car parks on South Bay Road are full, except for residents’ vehicles;
- Vehicles on eastbound Repulse Bay Road may be prohibited from making a U-turn at its junction with South Bay Road; and
- Vehicles on Repulse Bay Road may be banned from waiting outside the car park of Repulse Bay if it is full.

B. Suspension of parking spaces

The following parking spaces will be suspended from 4pm on September 25 to 6am of the following day:

- All metered and motorcycle parking spaces on Island Road, except disabled parking spaces; and
- All metered and motorcycle parking spaces on Beach Road.

Shek O
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A. Road closure

Depending on the crowd and traffic conditions, the following roads may be closed on September 25 and 26, except for residents’ vehicles, public transport services and vehicles with permit:

- Shek O Headland Road;
- Big Wave Bay Road; and
- Access roads to the car parks in Shek O and Big Wave Bay (if the car parks are full).

B. Suspension of parking spaces

Sixteen parking spaces at the Shek O Beach Public Car Park will be suspended from noon on September 25 to 8pm on September 27.

New Territories
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Tuen Mun
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The following roads will be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am of the following day daily on September 25 and 26, except for authorised vehicles:

- Golden Beach Path;
- The unnamed access road leading to the public car park at Cafeteria Old Beach;
- Tsing Yan Street between Castle Peak Road and the entrance of the public car park at Kadoorie Beach; and
- The unnamed access road leading to the public car park at Butterfly Beach.

Tsuen Wan
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A. Road closure

The following roads will be closed from 5pm to 3am of the following day daily on September 25 and 26:

- Tai Mo Shan Road east of its junction with Route Twisk, except for residents’ vehicles; and
- The section of Shing Mun Road between Pineapple Dam and the Main Dam.

B. Suspension of car park and parking spaces

From 5pm to 3am of the following day daily on September 25 and 26, the Tai Mo Shan Country Park Car Park will be closed. Twenty-three metered parking spaces and other parking spaces at the car park will be suspended.

Ma On Shan
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Depending on the crowd and traffic conditions, the following roads will be intermittently closed from 4.30pm on September 25 to 3am of the following day, except for residents’ vehicles:

- Ma On Shan Tsuen Road south of the turnaround;
- Yiu Sha Road north of its junction with Wu Kai Sha Road roundabout; and
- Yiu Sha Road from its junction with the unnamed road towards To Tau Wan Village.

The Police will implement appropriate arrangements subject to the prevailing traffic and crowd conditions. Motorists are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, and take heed of instructions of the police officers on site.

Fatal traffic accident in Pat Heung

2026-09-23 15:47:19

Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Pat Heung today (September 23) in which a woman died.

Police received a report at 8.31am that a heavy goods vehicle driven by a 55-year-old man was travelling along Kam Tin Road towards Kam Tin. When approaching Ko Po Road, it reportedly knocked down the 63-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the road.

Sustaining head injuries, the female pedestrian was rushed to Pok Oi Hospital in unconscious state and later transferred to Tuen Mun Hospital. She was certified dead at 1.39pm.

Investigations by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North are under way.

Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 3800.

Special traffic arrangements for race meeting in Happy Valley

2026-09-23 09:31:33

The Police will implement special traffic arrangements in Happy Valley today (September 23). These arrangements will remain in effect until the race meeting has concluded, spectators have dispersed, and traffic conditions return to normal.

A. Traffic arrangements before the commencement of the first race

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from noon for day meetings or from 6pm onwards for night meetings:

1. Road closure

Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen’s Road East and the up-ramp outside the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) will be closed, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel.

2. Traffic diversions

- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the up-ramp outside the HKJC will be rerouted one way northbound;
- Traffic along eastbound Queen's Road East heading for Wan Chai and Happy Valley will be diverted to turn left to Morrison Hill Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Traffic along Queen's Road East cannot turn right to Wong Nai Chung Road, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Queen's Road East will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Morrison Hill Road to turn right at the junction of Wong Nai Chung Road and Queen's Road East; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

B. Traffic arrangements before the conclusion of race meeting

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from about 35 minutes before the start of the last race:

1. Road closure

- The up-ramp on Wong Nai Chung Road outside the HKJC leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen's Road East and the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the Public Stands of the HKJC; and
- Southbound Morrison Hill Road between Leighton Road and Queen's Road East.

In addition, southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel and the Public Stands of the HKJC will be closed from about 10 minutes before the start of the last race.

2. Traffic diversions

- Eastbound Queen's Road East at its junction with Morrison Hill Road will be reduced to one-lane traffic heading for northbound Canal Road flyover;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Wan Chai will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, U-turn slip road beneath Canal Road flyover, Canal Road West and Hennessy Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

C. Prohibition for learner drivers

Learner drivers will be prohibited to turn left from Caroline Hill Road to Leighton Road between one and a half hours before the start of the first race and one hour after the last race. In addition, learner drivers will be prohibited from accessing the following roads within the above period of time:

- Shan Kwong Road between Yik Yam Street and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Village Road between its upper and lower junctions with Shan Kwong Road;
- Percival Street between Hennessy Road and Leighton Road;
- Canal Road East; and
- The service road leading from Gloucester Road to Canal Road flyover.

D. Suspension of parking spaces

Parking spaces on southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Sports Road and Blue Pool Road will be suspended from 11am to 7pm for day meetings, and from 5pm to 11.59pm for night meetings respectively.

During the implementation of the special traffic arrangements, any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts of the specified areas will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to multiple ticketing.

Depending on the prevailing conditions, other traffic control measures will be implemented. Motorists are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, and take heed of instructions of the police officers on site.

Hong Kong delegation attends 21st Symposium on Police Studies of the Strait cum Hong Kong and Macao (with photos)

2026-09-22 17:09:00

The Commissioner of Police, Mr Chow Yat-ming, today (September 22) led a Hong Kong delegation to attend the 21st Symposium on Police Studies of the Strait cum Hong Kong and Macao in the Macao Special Administrative Region. Key members of the 27-member delegation included the Director of Immigration, Mr Kwok Joon-fung; the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Management), Mr Chan Joon-sun; the Director of Personnel and Training of the Hong Kong Police Force, Mr Choi Chin-pang; and the Director of the Hong Kong Police College, Ms Cheng Lai-ki.

Organised by the Police Association of China, with the support of the Unitary Police Service of Macao, the two-day Symposium this year carries the theme “Crime Prevention and Control in the Context of High Technology”. About 180 police officers, experts and scholars from the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan will present papers and exchange insights on the topic.

Addressing the opening ceremony, Mr Chow said that the Symposium not only served as a platform for academic exchanges, but also offered invaluable opportunities for sharing knowledge about cutting-edge technologies, studying problems and cases, and nurturing collaboration and consensus. He pointed out that in face of the current situation and new challenges, police officers should strengthen their rule-of-law mindset, continuously improve the legal tools for combatting emerging illegal and criminal activities, and at the same time, strive to promote the development of smart policing, deepening the use of big data in law enforcement.

Yesterday (September 21), the Hong Kong delegation met with the representatives of the Police Association of China. They concluded the achievements of past cooperation between the Force and the Association on security matters and explored opportunities for further deepening collaboration.

Mr Chow returned to Hong Kong on the same day.

Senior Personnel Arrangement for National Security Department of Hong Kong Police Force (with photos)

2026-09-22 15:31:36

     The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, pursuant to Article 16(2) of the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (the National Security Law), today (September 22) appointed Mr Kong Hok-lai as the head of the department for safeguarding national security of the Hong Kong Police Force upon the retirement of Deputy Commissioner of Police (National Security), Mr Kan Kai-yan. Mr Kong’s appointment took effect today, and he took the oath of office on the same day.

     Mr Lee said, “Mr Kong has been with the Hong Kong Police Force for three decades, and serving in the National Security Department since the promulgation and implementation of the National Security Law. He has demonstrated outstanding performance, an exemplary commitment to serve, and exceptional leadership with a high awareness of national security. He is steadfast and courageous, and remains resolute in safeguarding national security. I recognise his work and have confidence that he will take on more responsibilities in his new position and make greater contributions to safeguarding national security.”

     The National Security Law stipulates that the Hong Kong Police Force of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region shall establish a department for safeguarding national security with law enforcement capacity. The head of the department for safeguarding national security of the Hong Kong Police Force shall be appointed by the Chief Executive. The Chief Executive shall seek in writing the opinion of the Office established under Article 48 of the National Security Law, i.e. the Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, before making the appointment.

Flag-raising ceremony cancelled

2026-09-21 07:42:49

Owing to the thunderstorm warning, the flag-raising ceremony to be conducted at Golden Bauhinia Square, Wan Chai at 8am today (September 21) will be cancelled.

If the thunderstorm warning is cancelled and weather conditions permit by then, the flag-raising ceremony may be resumed without further notice.

Fatal traffic accident in Tai Po

2026-09-18 22:47:17

Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident happened in Tai Po today (September 18) in which a woman died.

At 3.41pm, a light goods vehicle (LGV) driven by a 68-year-old man was travelling along On Tai Road southbound. When the LGV turned left to On Pong Road, it reportedly knocked down the 72-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the road.

Sustaining serious head injury, the female pedestrian was rushed to Prince of Wales Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 7.10pm.

The LGV driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death. He is being detained for further enquiries.

Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is underway.

Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 3800.

Man holding charged with murder

2026-09-18 09:07:03

Police today (September 18) laid a holding charge against a 51-year-old man with one count of murder.

The man was arrested on September 16 in suspected connection with a murder case happened in Chai Wan on the same day, in which a 53-year-old woman died.

The case will be mentioned at the Eastern Magistrates' Courts this morning.

Murder in Chai Wan

2026-09-17 13:55:57

Police are investigating a murder case happened in Chai Wan last night (September 16) in which a woman died.

A 51-year-old man surrendered himself to Kowloon City Police Station at around 7.30pm yesterday and reported that he had attacked his wife with a knife in a unit on Shing Tai Road, causing death to his wife.

Police officers sped to the scene and found the 53-year-old woman lying unconscious inside the unit. Sustaining multiple wounds, she was certified dead at scene.

Initial investigation revealed that the deceased allegedly had a dispute with her husband, who attacked her with a knife.

The man was arrested for murder and is being detained for further enquiries.

A kitchen knife in suspected connection with the case was seized at scene.

Post-mortem examinations will be conducted later to ascertain the cause of death of the deceased.

Investigation by the District Crime Squad of Eastern District is underway.

Anyone who has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3660 1663.

Appeal for information on missing girl in Sau Mau Ping (with photos)

2026-09-17 08:39:09

Police today (September 17) appealed to the public for information on a girl who went missing in Sau Mau Ping.

Kai Hiu-lam, aged 14, went missing after she left her residence in On Tai Estate on September 12 afternoon. Her family made a report to Police on September 14.

She is about 1.6 metres tall and of thin build. She has a sharp face with yellow complexion and long black hair. She was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, brown trousers and white sports shoes.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the missing girl or may have seen her is urged to contact the Regional Missing Persons Unit of Kowloon East on 3661 0316 or email to rmpu-ke-2@police.gov.hk, or contact any police station.

Special traffic arrangements for race meeting in Happy Valley

2026-09-16 09:35:16

The Police will implement special traffic arrangements in Happy Valley today (September 16). These arrangements will remain in effect until the race meeting has concluded, spectators have dispersed, and traffic conditions return to normal.

A. Traffic arrangements before the commencement of the first race

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from noon for day meetings or from 6pm onwards for night meetings:

1. Road closure

Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen’s Road East and the up-ramp outside the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) will be closed, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel.

2. Traffic diversions

- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the up-ramp outside the HKJC will be rerouted one way northbound;
- Traffic along eastbound Queen's Road East heading for Wan Chai and Happy Valley will be diverted to turn left to Morrison Hill Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Traffic along Queen's Road East cannot turn right to Wong Nai Chung Road, except for vehicles heading for Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Queen's Road East will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Morrison Hill Road to turn right at the junction of Wong Nai Chung Road and Queen's Road East; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

B. Traffic arrangements before the conclusion of race meeting

The following road closure and traffic diversions will be implemented from about 35 minutes before the start of the last race:

1. Road closure

- The up-ramp on Wong Nai Chung Road outside the HKJC leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Queen's Road East and the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel;
- Southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Village Road and the Public Stands of the HKJC; and
- Southbound Morrison Hill Road between Leighton Road and Queen's Road East.

In addition, southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between the up-ramp leading to Aberdeen Tunnel and the Public Stands of the HKJC will be closed from about 10 minutes before the start of the last race.

2. Traffic diversions

- Eastbound Queen's Road East at its junction with Morrison Hill Road will be reduced to one-lane traffic heading for northbound Canal Road flyover;
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Wan Chai will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, U-turn slip road beneath Canal Road flyover, Canal Road West and Hennessy Road;
- Traffic along southbound Morrison Hill Road heading for Happy Valley will be diverted via Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road; and
- Traffic from Cross Harbour Tunnel heading for Happy Valley or Racecourse will be diverted via the down-ramp leading from southbound Canal Road flyover to Canal Road East, southbound Morrison Hill Road, Sports Road and Wong Nai Chung Road.

C. Prohibition for learner drivers

Learner drivers will be prohibited to turn left from Caroline Hill Road to Leighton Road between one and a half hours before the start of the first race and one hour after the last race. In addition, learner drivers will be prohibited from accessing the following roads within the above period of time:

- Shan Kwong Road between Yik Yam Street and Wong Nai Chung Road;
- Village Road between its upper and lower junctions with Shan Kwong Road;
- Percival Street between Hennessy Road and Leighton Road;
- Canal Road East; and
- The service road leading from Gloucester Road to Canal Road flyover.

D. Suspension of parking spaces

Parking spaces on southbound Wong Nai Chung Road between Sports Road and Blue Pool Road will be suspended from 11am to 7pm for day meetings, and from 5pm to 11.59pm for night meetings respectively.

During the implementation of the special traffic arrangements, any vehicles found illegally parked within the precincts of the specified areas will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to multiple ticketing.

Depending on the prevailing conditions, other traffic control measures will be implemented. Motorists are advised to exercise patience and tolerance, and take heed of instructions of the police officers on site.

Fatal traffic accident in Tseung Kwan O

2026-09-16 07:33:16

Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Tseung Kwan O in the small hours today (September 16) in which a man died.

At about 0.44am, a motorcycle driven by the 21-year-old man was travelling along Tai Au Mun Road northbound. In the meantime, the motorcycle reportedly lost control and rammed into a kerb.

Sustaining multiple injuries, the motorcyclist was rushed to Tseung Kwan O Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 1.27am.

Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Kowloon East is under way.

Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 0259.

Deputy Commissioner of Police encourages graduates to shoulder responsibility of safeguarding national security (with photos)

2026-09-12 14:41:16

The Deputy Commissioner of Police (National Security), Mr Kan Kai-yan, today (September 12) inspected the passing-out parade of 17 probationary inspectors and 110 recruit police constables at the Hong Kong Police College, witnessing their successful completion of rigorous training and the official commencement of their police careers. He encouraged the graduates to give full play to the Force’s spirit of striving for excellence and rising to challenges.

Addressing the ceremony, Mr Kan said that security is the prerequisite for development. The promulgation and implementation of the Hong Kong National Security Law and the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance have restored order from chaos, bringing society back on the right track for security and development. However, national security challenges have become more invisible, complex and volatile. External forces have never ceased meddling in Hong Kong affairs, and individuals and organisations with ulterior motives use various "soft resistance" means to smear the governance of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, attempting to spread messages inciting hatred against the Central Authorities and the HKSAR Government. The Force must not let its guard down. Apart from combatting crimes, it should prevent ideological infiltration and shoulder the significant responsibility of safeguarding national security.

Mr Kan hoped that the graduates, in performing their police duties in the future, would keep the law in mind — even if confronted with challenges, pressure and temptation during law enforcement, act in accordance with the law, strictly adhere to the principle that "laws must be obeyed and lawbreakers be held accountable", impartially safeguard people's interests and uphold national security; keep ears to the ground — stay alert at all times during daily patrols and case handling, and employ sensitivity in identifying threats to nib national security risks in the bud; and bear the nation on shoulders — apart from combatting acts endangering national security in accordance with the law, proactively spread national security messages to help the public understand clearly that "the security of our homes is premised on that of our motherland".

He said that what gave him most pride and satisfaction in his 35-year police career was the comradeship of working side by side with his colleagues through thick and thin. He hoped the graduates would bear in mind that they are never alone when discharging their police duties. The trust and bonds forged in adversity with their fellow colleagues will help them continue to stride ahead.

Special traffic arrangements for race meeting in Happy Valley

2026-09-09 09:28:45

The Police will implement special traffic arrangements in Happy Valley today (September 9). These arrangements will remain in effect until the race meeting has concluded, spectators have dispersed, and traffic conditions return to normal.

A. Traffic arrangements before the commencement of the first race

Fatal traffic accident in Sheung Shui

2026-09-09 07:32:50

Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident happened in Sheung Shui last night (September 8) in which a man died.

Police received a report at 10.19pm that a 53-year-old man (Sin X Ming) allegedly collapsed while driving a private car (ZJ9**6) along Pak Wo Road towards Sheung Shui. The private car reportedly went out of control and rammed into a kerb.

Police officers sped to the scene. The driver was trapped inside the private car and rescued by firemen. Sustaining no superficial injury, the driver was rushed to North District Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 11.28pm.

A suspected apparatus for smoking dangerous drugs was also seized from the private car.

Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, New Territories North is under way.

Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 3800.

Fatal traffic accident in North Point

2026-09-05 19:29:30

     Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident happened in North Point today (September 5) in which a man died.

     Police received a report at 10.37am that a private car driven by a 54-year-old man was travelling along Island Eastern Corridor westbound. When approaching the North Point Ferry Concourse Promenade, it suspectedly lost control and collided with a private car driven by a 44-year-old man and another private car.

     Sustaining no superficial injury, the 54-year-old private car driver was rushed to Ruttonjee Hospital in unconscious state and was certified dead at 12.08pm on the same day.

     Investigation by the Special Investigation Team of Traffic, Hong Kong Island is underway.

     Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3660 6838 or 3660 6849.

Police National Security Department arrests two men and one woman

2026-09-05 13:18:30

     Police noticed that on the evening of August 31, some people were standing outside MTR Prince Edward Station holding bouquets and shouting seditious slogans. The persons concerned were suspected of spreading false information and attacking the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government with lies, as well as smearing the Police Force, with the intention of inciting hatred against the HKSAR Government and law enforcement agencies.

     The National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force took enforcement actions in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon on September 3 and arrested three persons for the offence of "doing an act that has a seditious intention with a seditious intention" under Section 24 of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, including two local men and one local woman, aged between 33 and 79. Prior to the operation, Police obtained court search warrants to search the residences of the arrested persons and seize relevant exhibits. All arrested persons are being detained for further enquiries, while the Police arrest operation is still ongoing.

     Police stressed that the so-called "831 incident" has been proven without factual basis. It is a lie manipulated by persons with ulterior motives to spread lies, attack the HKSAR Government and smear the Police Force, attempting to achieve their political objectives by endangering public peace. The acts concerned are suspected of breaching "doing an act that has a seditious intention with a seditious intention", which is a serious crime. Offenders shall be liable to imprisonment for seven years on first conviction.

     Police will continue to ensure that laws are observed and strictly enforced to bring offenders to account, so as to prevent, suppress and impose punishment for acts and activities endangering national security.

BugHunting Campaign 2026 opens for applications (with photo)

2026-09-01 13:19:04

The BugHunting Campaign 2026, co-organised by the Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau of the Hong Kong Police Force and Cyberbay, a local crowdsourced cybersecurity vulnerability detection platform, opens for registration today (September 1). The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data is the event’s Strategic Partner.

Launched in 2023, the BugHunting Campaign seeks to mitigate cybersecurity challenges stemming from rapid advancement of digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) by offering free vulnerability detection services to a broad range of local organisations and enhancing their capacity to recognise and respond effectively to AI-related risks.

The 2026 campaign will run from October this year through February next year. In addition to continuing its support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the campaign invites participation from organisations across diverse sectors and categories, with the objective of strengthening Hong Kong’s overall cybersecurity resilience. In the 2025 campaign, a total of 185 organisations participated, resulting in the successful identification of 223 system vulnerabilities.

With the extensive application of AI, a number of organisations have begun implementing Agentic AI solutions that possess the capacity to autonomously plan tasks, invoke tools, and integrate across multiple systems. Such deployments, however, may give rise to new risks. BugHunting Campaign 2026 will continue to adopt a bug bounty-based vulnerability detection model, intergrating AI-assisted screening technologies with the expertise of cybersecurity professionals to provide free vulnerability detection services for participating organisations. Security reviews will be conducted on AI-enabled applications, including chatbots, workflow automation, internal knowledge bases and tool-using AI agents. These measures will enable the organisations to identify risks at an early stage, thereby mitigating the risk of data leakage and exposure to cyber attacks.

The co-organiser, Cyberbay, will continue to adopt a real-name identity and credential verification mechanism that aligns with banking-grade security standards. All recruited cybersecurity professionals will be required to undergo technical assessments and background checks. Only those who are qualified will be permitted to deliver vulnerability detection services to participating organisations.

Participating organisations will receive comprehensive assessment reports together with complimentary one-on-one professional consultation services to facilitate a clear understanding of the findings and the implementation of recommended improvements, including security configuration, internal governance and risk controls for agentic AI deployments. In addition, employees of participating organisations may receive cybersecurity awareness training designed to strengthen their information security awareness and response capability, with particular emphasis on identifying AI-generated content, mitigating deepfake-related risks, and increasing vigilance against social engineering and investment scams.

BugHunting Campaign 2026 is now open for registration until October 31. SMEs and organisations are welcome to participate. Further details of the campaign and registration arrangements are available on the relevant websites: (cyberdefender.hk/en-us/bughuntingcampaign2026/) and (cyberbay.tech/bughunting-campaign-2026).

Appeal for information on missing man in Kwun Tong (with photos)

2026-09-01 08:09:26

     Police today (September 1) appealed to the public for information on a man who went missing in Kwun Tong.

     Chan Sun, aged 84, went missing after he left his residence in Ping Tin Estate on August 30 afternoon. His family made a report to Police on the same day.

     He is about 1.6 metres tall, about 48 kilograms in weight and of thin build. He has a round face with yellow complexion and short white hair. He was last seen wearing a light blue short-sleeved shirt, a light grey vest, black shorts and blue sports shoes.

     Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the missing man or may have seen him is urged to contact the Regional Missing Persons Unit of Kowloon East on 3661 0316 or email to rmpu-ke-2@police.gov.hk, or contact any police station.

Tin Sum Reporting Centre to commence operation tomorrow

2026-08-29 09:00:03

In view of the merger of the Tin Sum Division of the Sha Tin Police District into the Sha Tin Division and Ma On Shan Division tomorrow (August 30), the Tin Sum Division Police Station Report Room, located at 2 Hin Keng Street, Sha Tin, will operate as a reporting centre from the same day. The Tin Sum Reporting Centre’s telephone number is 3661 1706, and its operating hours are from 8am to 10.30pm daily. The Police will regularly review the operation of the reporting centre and the needs of the community to make further arrangements.

Members of the public may also report cases through the following channels:

- Visit or call the Sha Tin Division Police Station Report Room at 3661 1702 or the Ma On Shan Division Police Station Report Room at 3661 1700, both of which provide 24-hour service;

- Submit an e-report at a self-service kiosk, or through the e-Report Centre available on both the Hong Kong Police website (www.police.gov.hk) and the Hong Kong Police mobile application;

- In case of emergency, call the 999 emergency hotline.

Fatal traffic accident in Kwai Chung

2026-08-28 15:57:16

     Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident happened in Kwai Chung today (August 28), in which a woman died.

     Police received a report at 10.10am today that a rubbish truck driven by a 34-year-old man was turning left to Hing Fong Road from Hing Ning Road. When the rubbish truck was approaching the junction of Hing Ning Road and Hing Fong Road, it reportedly knocked down a 76-year-old woman who was crossing the road.

     Police officers sped to the scene. Sustaining serious head injuries, the 76-year-old woman was certified dead at scene. The rubbish truck driver sustained no superficial injury and was sent to Princess Margaret Hospital in conscious state.

     The rubbish truck male driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death and is being detained for enquiries.

Investigation by the Special Investigation Team 2 of Traffic, New Territories South is underway.

Anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to offer is urged to contact the investigating officers on 3661 1346.

Flag-raising ceremony cancelled

2026-08-27 07:43:17

Owing to the thunderstorm warning, the flag-raising ceremony to be conducted at Golden Bauhinia Square, Wan Chai at 8am today (August 27) will be cancelled.

If the thunderstorm warning is cancelled and weather conditions permit by then, the flag-raising ceremony may be resumed without further notice.