Carina Lau kidnapping of April 1990 is one of the most infamous incidents in Hong Kong entertainment history, involving triad intimidation and a decade-long media ethics scandal

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The magazine's editor eventually served jail time for publishing the obscene photo. 3. Debunking the "Video" and "Patched" Rumors

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The kidnapping was reportedly "punishment" ordered by a triad boss after Lau turned down a film role. Events During Captivity:

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