{
  "id": 1376352,
  "title": "Hong Kong police launch internal probe into officer over viral dog-ear dancing clip",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/hong-kong-police-launch-internal-probe-into-officer-over-viral-dog-1376352",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-16T23:50:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hong Kong Free Press",
    "slug": "hong-kong-free-press-hongkongfp",
    "url": "https://hongkongfp.com/2026/08/17/hong-kong-police-launch-internal-probe-into-officer-over-viral-dog-ear-dancing-clip/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Hong Kong police have initiated an internal inquiry into an officer who featured in a viral video showcasing a dance with a dog-ear filter, according to a police spokesperson.\n\nThe video, captured in the city, garnered significant attention on platforms in mainland China, such as Douyin, the Chinese equivalent of TikTok. The clip was captioned \"It's too hot. Let me fan some wind.\"\n\nThe police have confirmed that the woman in the video is an active-duty police officer. They are taking the matter very seriously and have instructed the officer to remove the video from online platforms, the spokesperson told HKFP on Sunday.\n\nAn internal investigation is currently underway, with the police emphasizing the importance they place on the conduct and image of their officers. Any misconduct discovered will be handled severely, the spokesperson added.\n\nThe officer's identification numbers on the sleeves of her uniform were obscured in the video. While some viewers praised her appearance, others questioned whether she was indeed a genuine police officer.\n\nThe Police General Orders strictly prohibit any behavior that could bring the force into disrepute or damage an officer's professional image.",
  "summary": "The police force has launched an internal investigation into an officer who appeared in a viral video dancing in uniform with a dog-ear filter. The clip gained traction on platforms in mainland China, including Douyin, the mainland’s version of TikTok. It was captioned “It’s too hot. Let me fan some wind.” “The police have confirmed […]",
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        "outlet": "Hong Kong Free Press",
        "title": "Hong Kong police launch internal probe into officer over viral dog-ear dancing clip",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/hong-kong-police-launch-internal-probe-into-officer-over-viral-dog",
        "published": "2026-08-16T23:50:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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