Hong Kong police arrest 2, record 220 offences in illegal road racing crackdown

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Leopold ChenJanuary 18, 2026 at 11:36 AM

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Hong Kong police arrested two drivers and identified approximately 220 traffic violations during a two-day operation targeting illegal road racing and vehicle modifications. The operation, named "Fossington," took place over the weekend in New Territories locations including Tuen Mun, Yuen Long, and Tai Mei Tuk. A 49-year-old was arrested for operating an unlicensed vehicle, while a 24-year-old was apprehended for driving without a learner's label and proper supervision. Both drivers were also allegedly driving without third-party insurance. Police intercepted 50 vehicles suspected of illegal modifications during the operation, aimed at cracking down on speeding and other traffic offenses.

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