Police, HKJC join hands in anti-narcotics and crime-fighting carnival

A carnival as well as a basketball tournament, organized by the Hong Kong Police Force, was held at Southorn Playground in Wan Chai on Sunday (October 19) to promote the anti-drug and crime prevention messages.

The carnival featured 20 game booths on crime prevention themes to let the youths learn about the dangers of drug abuse and the latest scam tactics. 

The NSpeed National Security Express Promotional Truck was also on site to promote national security awareness among the public.

As for the basketball tournament, it originated from the Junior Police Call (JPC) Anti-Narcotics and Fight Crime 3x3 Basketball Training Program sponsored by the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) with over HK$1.6 million in June. 

The year-long program, engaged nearly 6,000 teachers and students from 66 secondary and primary schools -- including students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and those from a Greater Bay Area school -- aims to deliver anti-drug and crime prevention messages through diverse activities to foster positive mindsets among participants.

Forty-eight elite teams progressed to today's finals, and the winning teams will engage in a series of volunteer services to contribute to society and visit the Mainland for competitions and exchange programs.

At the award presentation ceremony for the basketball competition, Police Commissioner Joe Chow Yat-ming encouraged young people to develop teamwork skills through sports and stay away from the temptation of drugs and illegal activities.

Raymond Tam Chi-yuen, Executive Director, Corporate Affairs of HKJC, said the Club will continue to work closely with the government and community partners through diverse projects that help youngsters make sound judgement, resist temptations and illegal gambling.