Former husband and in-laws of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi stand trial in her killing
Prosecutors say the three former relatives also face burial-related charges as the case, which drew worldwide attention, could run until December.
- On Monday, Hong Kong's High Court opened murder trial hearings for socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung's former husband Alex Kwong Kong-chi, his brother Anthony Kwong Kong-kit, and their father Kwong Kau.
- The 28-year-old socialite went missing in February 2023, and police discovered her dismembered remains three days later in a Tai Po village house, shocking the wealthy financial hub.
- Under Hong Kong's common-law system, a jury will decide guilt on murder and preventing lawful burial charges in proceedings expected to last at least 45 days, unlike mainland China's system.
- Senior Counsel Charlotte Draycott heads the prosecution for the Department of Justice, while barristers Andrew Raffell, Oliver Davies, and Trevor Beel represent the defendants in the trial.
- Authorities arranged a live broadcast to accommodate high public interest, while prosecutors are expected to reveal details about a potential property dispute as the alleged motive for the crime.
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Together with his brother and their father, in a trial that is expected to last at least 45 days
In HONG KONG, the trial of an ex-husband and family has begun for the brutal murder of influencer Abby Choi, whose remains were found in a soup pot.
Abby Choi murder case: Former husband and in-laws stand trial over killing; face life imprisonment
A murder trial commenced for the former husband and in-laws of socialite Abby Choi. The accused face life imprisonment if convicted of murder charges. Police discovered dismembered body parts at a house in Tai Po. Choi, a 28-year-old influencer, shared her glamorous life online. The jury trial is expected to last for forty-five days.
Abby Choi Murder Trial Begins at Hong Kong High Court
Last Updated on September 22, 2026 by Jeff Tomas HONG KONG – The highly anticipated murder trial of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi has officially started. The legal proceedings began on the morning of September 21, 2026, at the Hong Kong High Court. This horrific case shocked the entire city when the 28-year-old model was killed […] <p>The post Abby Choi Murder Trial Begins at Hong Kong High Court first appeared on Chiang Rai Times.</p>
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