The Criminal Headquarters of the Tuen Mun Police District, together with the Lands Department and the Fire Services Department, carried out an anti-crime operation during the Christmas holidays (24th and 25th) to crack down on criminals who converted industrial buildings into unlicensed bars. Hongzhi" action to prevent young people from falling into the law under the festive atmosphere and provide timely support and services.
Officers inspected many licensed entertainment venues and places where teenagers often hang out in the area. Although the target unit this time is highly fortified, with closed-circuit television installed outside the unit and soundproof cotton inside, which makes the investigation more difficult, the police successfully smashed two A total of 18 people were arrested in unlicensed bars located in industrial buildings on Hairong Road and Jiantai Street.
The police smashed two unlicensed bars located in industrial buildings on Hai Rong Road and Jiantai Street respectively, arresting 18 people in total.
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During the operation, a 43-year-old man surnamed District and a 53-year-old woman surnamed Zhao were arrested on suspicion of "selling alcoholic beverages without a license". He was arrested on the charge of "drinking alcohol in an unlicensed place". The police seized more than 570 cans of beer, about 10 bottles of red wine and a large number of entertainment equipment at the scene.
The Tuen Mun Lands Office stated that according to the terms of the land lease, the industrial building involved could only be used for industrial or warehouse purposes, and the two premises that were destroyed were suspected of violating the terms of the land lease.
The Tuen Mun Lands Office will take control actions and issue warning letters to the relevant owners, requiring the owners to make corrections within a time limit. If they still fail to make corrections after the time limit expires, the property will be considered to be deeded, or the process of re-taking the unit will be initiated.
The Fire Services Department appeals that the means of escape in the factory building must be kept clear at all times to avoid hindering the escape of citizens in the event of a fire. If any dangerous goods exceeding the statutory exemption are stored in the factory building, a license must be obtained to protect public safety.
The police reiterated that selling alcohol without a license is a serious crime. Once convicted, the maximum penalty is a fine of 1 million yuan and imprisonment for 2 years. It is also illegal for citizens to drink alcohol in places without a license. Once convicted, the maximum penalty is a fine of 2,000 yuan. Don't try your hand at it.
In addition, the police are highly concerned about teenagers hanging out in the streets or entertainment venues late at night. During the festival, a total of 22 teenagers were referred to social welfare agencies to provide timely counseling. go astray.
