Man arrested for allegedly doxxing 2 former associates in failed restaurant business

The Hong Kong Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) has arrested a 37-year-old wholesale food businessman for allegedly doxxing two former associates in a dispute over unpaid bills from a failed restaurant business. According to the PCPD, the suspect became acquainted with the male victim, a restaurant owner, through a business consultant in March 2025.

The two parties later had a financial disagreement following a payment default, and the suspect disclosed the victim's personal information on a social media platform without consent. The disclosure included the victim's English name, former school names, vehicle registration number, and the registered name and address of his former company.

A day later, the suspect targeted the female consultant, disclosing her English alias, phone number, and the name of her consultancy firm. The PCPD emphasized that doxxing is a severe criminal offense with a maximum penalty of five years' imprisonment and a fine of up to HK$1 million (US$127,500) upon conviction. The watchdog advised the public not to engage in doxxing as a means to resolve disputes, as it only escalates conflicts. The suspect has been granted bail while the PCPD continues its investigation.

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