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The local police wear blue uniforms, and are armed with revolvers. Hong Kong has one of the highest police-to-population ratios in the world, so you’ll often see them patrolling on foot. Traffic policemen patrolling on motorbikes are also widespread.

The police on the street are generally approachable if you need simple help like directions, though their standard of English varies considerably. If you are the victim of a crime, you’ll need to file a report at the local police station, which you can find by calling the hotline (2527 7177). Of course, in an emergency simply dial 999.