Helper arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly stealing HK$203,000 from boss
Hong Kong police have arrested a
domestic helper for allegedly stealing more than HK$203,000 (US$26,127) in cash from her employer's flat in Happy Valley.
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The woman was detained on Sunday night, hours after her 63-year-old employer reported the theft at upmarket development The Leighton Hill.
The helper, 43, was accused of stealing HK$200,000 in Hong Kong banknotes and 65,000 yen (US$446) from the flat, the force on Monday.
The Indonesian helper was detained during an investigation by officers from Wan Chai police district, with about HK$10,000 in cash retrieved, it added. She remained in custody as of Monday morning.
The Post has contacted the Indonesian consulate in Hong Kong for comment.
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Last year, 22,433 theft cases were reported, a 3 per cent decrease from 2023. Only cases of shop theft recorded an increase, police said.
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