A part-time auxiliary police officer in Hong Kong, who is also employed as a truck driver, has been released on bail following his arraignment on a charge of common assault against his wife. The accused, Adnan Mohammad, 28, appeared before the Kowloon City Magistrates’ Courts on Wednesday, December 10, to face allegations stemming from an incident that reportedly occurred at a public housing estate in Wong Tai Sin earlier this year.
The assault charge specifically relates to an alleged incident on July 20, 2025, at Lok On House within the Tsz Lok Estate on Wan Wah Street. During the initial court proceedings, the Magistrate granted an adjournment until February 4, 2026, granting the defense team necessary time to collate and scrutinize relevant case files and evidence.
Bail and Conduct Requirements Detailed
Mohammad was released on bail set at HK$1,500, subjected to stringent conditions aimed at ensuring public safety and the integrity of the judicial process. He is mandated to remain at his stated residence and must immediately notify the police of any change in his address. Crucially, the court explicitly prohibited any form of direct or indirect contact between Mohammad and the prosecution’s witnesses pending the conclusion of legal proceedings.
The officer’s primary employment is reportedly as a truck driver, supplemented by his role as a part-time auxiliary constable. The Hong Kong Police Force confirmed that Mohammad is attached to the Hung Hom auxiliary unit.
Concurrent with the ongoing investigation and criminal proceedings, the police force has exercised its authority to suspend Mohammad from all official duties. This internal action aligns with the force’s published zero-tolerance policy regarding staff misconduct.
Police Stress Zero Tolerance for Misconduct
In response to the charges involving one of its personnel, the police emphasized its strict standards concerning the professional and personal conduct of all officers, whether full-time or auxiliary. A statement confirmed the seriousness with which misconduct allegations are handled, noting that unlawful behavior by any member of the force will not be tolerated.
Auxiliary police officers perform crucial supportive roles across various operational and policing functions in Hong Kong, primarily on scheduled shifts, and are held to the same high standards of conduct as their regular counterparts. The outcome of the February hearing and subsequent trial will determine the legal consequences of the alleged domestic incident.
This case serves as a high-profile reminder that while auxiliary personnel contribute significantly to community safety, their professional integrity is expected to extend beyond their official duties, and legal accountability applies equally to all members of the community, regardless of occupation. The situation highlights the challenge faced by law enforcement agencies in balancing the need for public confidence with the operational demands of maintaining a large force.