Hong Kong Customs detects case involving possession of suspected "space oil drug" by passenger
Hong Kong Customs yesterday (July 16) detected a case involving possession of etomidate, the main ingredient of the "space oil drug", which is under the Dangerous Drug Ordinance, by an outgoing passenger at the Lo Wu Control Point. One suspected "space oil drug" capsule and one vape stick were seized.
While performing clearance for a 37-year-old male passenger at the Lo Wu Control Point yesterday, Customs officers found on him one suspected "space oil drug" capsule and one vape stick. The man was subsequently arrested. He has been released on bail pending further investigation.
Customs will continue to step up enforcement and combat against trafficking of the "space oil drug".
Under the Dangerous Drug Ordinance, trafficking in a dangerous drug is a serious offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $5 million and life imprisonment.
Members of the public may report any suspected drug trafficking activities to Customs' 24-hour report hotline 182 8080 or its dedicated crime reporting email account (crimereport@customs.gov.hk) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002/en/).
Hong Kong Customs detects case involving possession of suspected "space oil drug" by passenger Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Persons in custody participate in Christmas activities
The Correctional Services Department has arranged for persons in custody (PICs) to attend activities during the Christmas festive period.
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong, Cardinal Stephen Chow, accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner of Correctional Services (Operations and Strategic Development), Mr Leung Ka-lun, visited Stanley Prison and presided at a Christmas mass today (December 25) to share his faith and Christmas blessings with PICs. He also paid a visit to patients in the institution hospital and conveyed his sympathy and support to them.
Moreover, the Archbishop of Hong Kong, the Most Reverend Andrew Chan, presided at a Christmas service in Pak Sha Wan Correctional Institution on December 22 to preach and share religious messages with PICs, whilst extending his care and good wishes.
Through the Correctional Services Chaplain, voluntary chaplains and visitors from religious organisations, a variety of spiritual support services are offered to PICs who wish to participate regardless of their religious affiliation. The services include visits, teaching, counselling, and religious and recreational activities.
Persons in custody participate in Christmas activities Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Persons in custody participate in Christmas activities Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Persons in custody participate in Christmas activities Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Persons in custody participate in Christmas activities Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
