Japanese tourist robbed in Tsim Sha Tsui hotel room
Thestandard · 1 SOURCESabout 1 hour ago1 MIN
Summary
A 19-year-old Japanese woman was attacked and robbed in a hotel room on Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui on Monday night after opening the door to a man who rang the bell. Police said the suspect forced his way in, put her in a chokehold and escaped with about HK$15,000 in cash.
Key Points
- The robbery happened at about 9.35pm on Monday at a hotel on Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui.
- The 19-year-old victim, a Japanese woman, opened the door after hearing the doorbell ring.
- A man then rushed into the room, put her in a chokehold and stole about HK$15,000 in cash.
- The woman suffered neck injuries and was treated at the scene after the attack.
- Police are searching for a male suspect believed to be between 30 and 40 years old.
Why It Matters
The case adds to safety concerns around hotel security and visitor protection in one of Hong Kong's busiest tourist districts. The police search for the suspect is likely to focus attention on access control and response procedures at hotels along Nathan Road.