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Ex-Agent Gets Probation for Contaminating Soft Drinks

2/10/2026

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Hong Kong court gave Franklin Lo Kim-ngai a one-year probation, avoiding jail time.
The 63-year-old former property agent admitted contaminating Coca-Cola Plus and 7-Up with his urine in seven supermarkets from July 2024 to August 2025.
The court considered his remorse and personal circumstances, including loss of family support, in granting probation.
As part of probation, the court ordered regular psychiatric follow-up and participation in rehabilitation activities.

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Hong Kong court gave Franklin Lo Kim-ngai a one-year probation, avoiding jail time.
The 63-year-old former property agent admitted contaminating Coca-Cola Plus and 7-Up with his urine in seven supermarkets from July 2024 to August 2025.
The court considered his remorse and personal circumstances, including loss of family support, in granting probation.
As part of probation, the court ordered regular psychiatric follow-up and participation in rehabilitation activities.