Hong Kong woman arrested at airport over knuckleduster in carry-on luggage

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ng Kang-chungFebruary 8, 2026 at 12:28 PM

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A 19-year-old Hong Kong woman was arrested at Hong Kong airport on Saturday for allegedly carrying a knuckleduster in her carry-on luggage. Airport security discovered the weapon during a routine screening as the woman was preparing to board a flight to Singapore. Police arrested her on suspicion of violating the Airport Security Ordinance and she was later released on bail pending further investigation by the Airport Police District. Authorities reminded travelers that carrying prohibited items on an airplane, in either checked or carry-on luggage, is illegal. The maximum penalty upon conviction is five years in prison.

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South China Morning Post

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Center-Right (0.50)

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85%

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Hong Kong

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