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Former PLA Soldier Arrested for Illegal Ride-Hailing Scheme

1/8/2026

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Zeng Yulin, a former People’s Liberation Army soldier, has been remanded in custody in Hong Kong after pleading guilty to 19 charges related to illegal ride-hailing services.
The 39-year-old earned over HK$73,000 (US$9,370) in two months using a Tesla Model S while on a tourist visa.
Zeng borrowed a friend's identity card and driving license without permission.
His arrest on August 21, 2024, followed a police sting operation targeting illegal hire-car drivers.

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Zeng Yulin, a former People’s Liberation Army soldier, has been remanded in custody in Hong Kong after pleading guilty to 19 charges related to illegal ride-hailing services.
The 39-year-old earned over HK$73,000 (US$9,370) in two months using a Tesla Model S while on a tourist visa.
Zeng borrowed a friend's identity card and driving license without permission.
His arrest on August 21, 2024, followed a police sting operation targeting illegal hire-car drivers.