Couple accused of fraud over government loan applications appear in court

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Jason Kong Cheung-fat, 65, and Rosanna Cheung Yeuk-lan, 62, appeared in Sha Tin Court on Tuesday to face two counts of fraud and one count of money laundering related to government-guaranteed loan applications. The couple, directors of Ace Interior Design & Engineering Company, were accused of misrepresenting business revenue declines to obtain HK$331,300 through a Covid-19 pandemic relief measure. Prosecutors alleged the defendants dishonestly obtained the funds between February and July 2022 and subsequently laundered the money. The case was adjourned for five weeks to prepare for a transfer to the District Court.

Consequences

The defendants have been barred from leaving Hong Kong while awaiting trial. The matter will proceed to the District Court following the adjournment period for further legal processing.

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