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82-Year-Old Taxi Driver Acquitted After Inconsistent Testimony

12/29/2025

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A Hong Kong court acquitted Yen Ken-hoi, an 82-year-old taxi driver, of charges from a September 21, 2024 trip, including refusing to issue a receipt and improper conduct.
The 16-year-old passenger Ng claimed Yen swore when given directions and did not issue a receipt.
Deputy Magistrate Christine Leung Wan-chong found Ng's testimony inconsistent and unreliable, undermining the charges.
Yen is not guilty, and the ruling hinges on the witness's credibility.

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A Hong Kong court acquitted Yen Ken-hoi, an 82-year-old taxi driver, of charges from a September 21, 2024 trip, including refusing to issue a receipt and improper conduct.
The 16-year-old passenger Ng claimed Yen swore when given directions and did not issue a receipt.
Deputy Magistrate Christine Leung Wan-chong found Ng's testimony inconsistent and unreliable, undermining the charges.
Yen is not guilty, and the ruling hinges on the witness's credibility.