Helper arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly stealing HK$203,000 from boss

Hong Kong police have arrested a domestic helper for allegedly stealing more than HK$203,000 (US$26,025) in cash from her employer’s flat in Happy Valley.

The woman was detained on Sunday night, hours after her 63-year-old employer reported the theft at upmarket development The Leighton Hill.

The helper, 43, was accused of stealing HK$200,000 in Hong Kong banknotes and 65,000 yen (US$446) from the flat, the force on Monday.

The Indonesian helper was detained during an investigation by officers from Wan Chai police district, with about HK$10,000 in cash retrieved, it added. She remained in custody as of Monday morning.

The Post has contacted the Indonesian consulate in Hong Kong for comment.

Last year, 22,433 theft cases were reported, a 3 per cent decrease from 2023. Only cases of shop theft recorded an increase, police said.