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MTR vows more patrols after mass fare evasion video goes viral

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Hong Kong's MTR Corporation is increasing patrols and reporting to police after a viral video showed over 30 individuals evading fares at Tsim Sha Tsui station. The footage captured multiple groups following a single passenger through exit gates without paying, sparking public outrage over the apparent lack of staff intervention. The MTR has condemned the behavior and reminded passengers that fare evasion violates their by-laws. AI

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MTR vows more patrols after mass fare evasion video goes viral

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Cannix Yau ·

    MTR reports mass fare evasion after video goes viral, vows more patrols

    Hong Kong’s rail operator has reported a suspected mass fare evasion incident to police after online footage showed over 30 people tailgating through barriers at Tsim Sha Tsui station without paying the correct fare, with no station staff seen intervening. A viral video last week…

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