16.02.2026 21:44
An unusual incident occurred at Hong Kong International Airport. A 35-year-old British citizen went into a frenzy in the middle of the terminal, targeting self-service kiosks. The assailant caused damage to the airport by smashing the devices and surrounding structures with a metal pole he had seized. While the reason for the incident has not yet been clarified, a large-scale investigation has been launched.
An unusual act of aggression occurred at Hong Kong International Airport last Monday. A 35-year-old British citizen went into a frenzy in the middle of the terminal, targeting self-service kiosks.
TENSE MOMENTS IN TERMINAL 1
In footage that quickly spread on social media, the assailant in Corridor J of Terminal 1 is seen angrily toppling the kiosks and counters used for check-in. The furious tourist destroyed 10 self-service kiosks amid the astonished and fearful gazes of surrounding passengers.
The attacker smashed devices and surrounding greenery with a metal pole he had seized.
By knocking down security barriers and counters, he caused material damage at the airport.
SECURITY INTERVENED, POLICE ARRESTED
After a swift intervention by airport staff and security personnel, the individual was subdued and handed over to the arriving law enforcement authorities. Following an investigation, the British citizen was arrested for "criminal damage" and taken to the police station.
While the motive for the attack has not yet been clarified, a large-scale investigation has been launched regarding the incident.