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Hong Kong police intercept man after attempted armed bank robbery in Causeway Bay
April 30, 2026
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Hong Kong police have intercepted a man over an alleged attempted armed bank robbery in Causeway Bay on Thursday afternoon. The suspect allegedly attempted to steal HK100,000 (US12,760) from a Hang Seng Bank branch on Yee Wo Street shortly before 5pm, reportedly armed with a knife. He approached a counter and handed over a note demanding the money, claiming he was carrying a knife.
A staff member immediately triggered the alarm, prompting the suspect to flee in an unknown direction. Police...
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