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Arrests Made in Tai Po Fire Amid Ongoing Elections

12/2/2025

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  • Hong Kong police arrested Kenneth Cheung, an ex-district councillor, and a volunteer on sedition charges linked to the Tai Po fire that killed at least 146 people.
  • The two individuals are accused of inciting hatred against the government.
  • Three men linked to the renovation company overseeing the affected housing estate have been arrested.
  • Eight others face corruption charges.
  • Despite the tragedy, elections will proceed and official mourning ends on Monday.