Hong Kong lift contractor under probe for fraud over missing fire-safety frames
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from South China Morning Post · East Asia
A Hong Kong contractor is under criminal investigation for suspected fraud after authorities found it had failed to install fire-resistant door frames in about 90 per cent of the lifts it installed, with preliminary evidence also pointing to serious negligence and misconduct. The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) said on Monday that Taizoom Elevator was suspected of fraud and making false statements. The department reported the case to police on October 16, and a criminal...
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