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Hong Kong Raids Uncover Illegal Fuel Stations, Two Arrested

3/19/2026

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Three illegal fuelling stations were raided in Hong Kong, two men were arrested, and Fire Services and Customs officers seized about 1,800 litres of petrol valued at HK$54,000 (US$6,891).
In the Lok Wah North Estate raid, officers confiscated about 400 litres of illicit petrol and arrested a 39-year-old suspected operator and a 70-year-old customer.
Senior investigator Chong Sin-han said rising fuel costs incentivize criminals to sell untaxed fuel.

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Three illegal fuelling stations were raided in Hong Kong, two men were arrested, and Fire Services and Customs officers seized about 1,800 litres of petrol valued at HK$54,000 (US$6,891).
In the Lok Wah North Estate raid, officers confiscated about 400 litres of illicit petrol and arrested a 39-year-old suspected operator and a 70-year-old customer.
Senior investigator Chong Sin-han said rising fuel costs incentivize criminals to sell untaxed fuel.