A 50-year-old man was arrested in Tsuen Wan on October 30th for stealing cash from five businesses and dinning at restaurants without paying. Another 43-year-old man was apprehended in connection with the theft of approximately HKD 53,000. The man is suspected of applying for jobs at convenience stores, supermarkets, and restaurants, then stealing money after being hired. In one case, he ate at a restaurant without settling the bill. [email protected]_mad shared a photo showing plainclothes police arresting two men in Taikoo Place near Man Yue Street around 6:00 PM. The arrested man was kneeling, while the other, believed to be in delivery uniform, was lying on his stomach with his hands cuffed behind his back. Police received reports from owners of five businesses—four in East District and one in Yau Tsim Mong District—from September to October, alleging both internal theft and customers refusing to pay for their meals. After intensive investigation, police confirmed that all five cases involved the same suspect.
The 50-year-old local man is believed to have applied for jobs at four stores, then stolen cash after being hired. The other 43-year-old local man is suspected of handling the stolen goods. The pair are currently under investigation, with the case being handled by the Criminal Investigation Section of the East District Police Force.