19 wanted over alleged national security violations
The police urge the wanted persons to return to Hong Kong and surrender.
The police announced on Friday that they have issued arrest warrants for 19 people accused of violating the Hong Kong National Security Law by forming or joining an organisation called the "Hong Kong Parliament".
According to the National Security Department of the police force, the "Hong Kong Parliament" aims to subvert state power and challenge the central and SAR governments.
Police said its objectives include promoting 'self-determination,' drawing up a so-called 'Hong Kong constitution,' and using unlawful means to overturn the country's constitutional order in violation of Article 22 of the National Security Law.
Nine of the suspects are accused of forming "Hong Kong Parliament" and arranging its election.
Among them were Elmer Yuen, Victor Ho, Tony Choi, and Johnny Fok, who were earlier placed on the wanted list for suspected national security offences. Authorities have offered rewards of HK$1 million each for information leading to their arrests.
As for the other five suspects, along with 10 others who were named as wanted persons for allegedly participating in the election, the police are offering a reward of HK$200,000 each.
All 19 wanted individuals are said to be living outside Hong Kong.
"The above wanted persons are urged to surrender to Hong Kong Police over their roles in engaging in endangering national security activities, so as to rectify their mistakes," a police statement said.
Officers said investigations are still ongoing and more people may be added to the wanted list if necessary. They pledged to continue working hard to bring all the suspects to justice.
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