A 35-year-old British tourist went on a destructive rampage at Hong Kong International Airport, smashing up self-service check-in kiosks in the early hours of Monday.
Brit Goes Berserk, Smashes Check-In Kiosks
Security footage shows the man violently toppling sleek kiosks in Terminal 1’s departure hall. Armed with a metal post, he hammered about 10 machines into wrecks around 6am in Aisle J. Railings and nearby counters also weren’t spared in his furious spree.
Airport Staff Rush In to Stop the Chaos
An Airport Authority spokesperson revealed, “Our staff and airport security dashed in and ordered the man to stop before more damage was done.” Thanks to their swift action, the destruction was quickly contained.
Police Arrest Brit on Criminal Damage and Poison Charges
Police confirmed the 35-year-old was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. He also faces charges over possession of “Part 1” poisons. Investigations continue as cops dig deeper into what sparked the shocking meltdown.