Nat. security police reportedly arrest independent journalist over ‘fake news’
Hong Kong’s national security police have reportedly arrested an independent journalist behind an online news outlet on suspicion of publishing fake news. According to a report by Sing Tao Headline on Wednesday, the National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force carried out the arrest of journalist Tang Ho-wing, who runs the online news […]
On Wednesday morning, Hong Kong's national security police reportedly apprehended independent journalist Tang Ho-wing, the founder of online news outlet Boom News. The arrest took place at 7am, according to a report by Sing Tao Headline. Tang, who goes by the pseudonym "Boomhead," operates Boom News on various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Attempts to reach Tang via phone number provided by Sing Tao were unsuccessful, with calls going directly to voicemail. The arrest was reportedly carried out by the National Security Department of Hong Kong Police Force. The news outlet was the only one present at the scene of the arrest, according to Sing Tao.
The Chinese-language reports suggest that Tang was arrested on suspicion of disseminating false information, a charge that could potentially involve incitement or sedition. HKFP, a local news outlet, has reached out to the police for confirmation regarding the arrest details.
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