Hong Kong marine police officer hits HK$69 million jackpot in Mark Six lottery
[South China Morning Post] - 01/9/2025
Officer, who made HK$10 bet over phone, will return to duty after taking a break with his family.
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Hong Kong marine police officer hits HK$69 million jackpot in Mark Six lottery
Officer, who made HK$10 bet over phone, will return to duty after taking a break with his family.
[South China Morning Post] - 9/01/2025
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