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Hong Kong police on Tuesday started issuing extendable batons to off-duty officers, sparking concern from rights groups about the potential for abuse of force. In an internal memo leaked online, the force said it gave “blanket approval” for officers to be issued batons “for the purpose of executing constabulary duties whilst off duty.” The decision […]
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