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British Man Granted Bail After Airport Vandalism Charges

2/19/2026

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Youcef Bennoui, a 35-year-old British national, was granted bail after being charged with criminal damage and drug possession in Hong Kong.
He vandalized self-check-in kiosks at Hong Kong International Airport, shown in a viral video.
Authorities say he damaged 10 kiosks and an electric baggage tractor.
At court, he did not enter a plea, and bail requires HK$5,000 cash, daily reporting, and a fixed address.

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Youcef Bennoui, a 35-year-old British national, was granted bail after being charged with criminal damage and drug possession in Hong Kong.
He vandalized self-check-in kiosks at Hong Kong International Airport, shown in a viral video.
Authorities say he damaged 10 kiosks and an electric baggage tractor.
At court, he did not enter a plea, and bail requires HK$5,000 cash, daily reporting, and a fixed address.