Hong Kong police intercept Maserati, arrest 2 over suspected money laundering

Hong Kong Police intercepted a Maserati on a busy street in Mong Kok on Wednesday and arrested two people in connection with a suspected money laundering case, the South China Morning Post has learned.A man and a woman in their twenties, their faces concealed by black hoods, were seen standing beside the luxury sports car as officers from the New Territories North regional headquarters searched the vehicle on Choi South Street outside the Pakpolee Commercial Centre in the afternoon, drawing the attention of passers-by in the crowded shopping district.A temporary vehicle licence issued by Guangdong authorities under the “Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles” scheme was also found inside the locally registered car.The scheme allows eligible Hong Kong private cars to drive into Guangdong via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge for short-term business, family visits or sightseeing, without needing a traditional cross-boundary permit.The SCMP understands the case involves alleged money laundering.A police spokesman did not confirm the arrests and said no information was available.Further Reading