Hong Kong national security police arrested a 38-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman on Tuesday for allegedly publishing seditious social media posts. The man, a licensed insurance broker, is also accused of using the platforms to sell insurance products for profit. Both were released on bail pending further investigation.
The arrests highlight the Hong Kong government's continued focus on enforcing national security laws, particularly concerning online content, and underscore the potential legal ramifications for individuals using social media for both political expression and commercial gain.
Hong Kong national security police arrested two individuals, a 38-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman, on Tuesday on suspicion of publishing seditious social media posts. The arrests were made under the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance.
The male suspect, identified as Wong Ka-ho, is a licensed insurance broker. Police allege he ran pages on various social media platforms, posting material intended to stir hatred against Hong Kong's constitutional order, and also used these channels to sell insurance products for profit. The woman arrested with him is described as a friend who allegedly helped manage the social media accounts at Wong's urging.
Officers from the National Security Department obtained court search warrants, searched both suspects' homes, and seized related exhibits. Both individuals have been released on bail pending further investigation. Police stated that the offense carries a maximum penalty of seven years' imprisonment on first conviction and vowed to continue enforcing the law strictly.
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