South Korean robbed of HK$3m cash over Bitcoin deal in Tsim Sha Tsui

A South Korean was robbed of HK$3.29 million cash when he was waiting for a Bitcoin transaction in Tsim Sha Tsui tonight.

The incident took place around 7pm on Ashley Road in Tsim Sha Tsui. The 39-year-old was carrying a backpack containing HK$3.29 million cash and was waiting for a scheduled Bitcoin transaction at the site.

However, four South Asians showed up and beat him. They took away the Korean's backpack filled with cash before escaping the scene.

The Korean saw his hands injured and was admitted to hospital. Police officers also arrived at the scene to investigate the incident.

Officers are still searching for the four robbers. The case is now handled by Yau Tsim Mong district crime squad.