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Australian lawyer, Samuel Monkivitch, faces multiple charges in Hong Kong for dine-and-dash incidents, criminal damage, and assault. Hes accused of leaving without paying bills totaling over two thousand Hong Kong dollars and damaging property, including a payment machine and smartphone. Monkivitch previously pleaded guilty to similar offenses and was fined three thousand Hong Kong dollars. His alleged spree has gained social media attention, with videos showing him being pursued by restaurant staff and confronting people filming him. He claimed financial hardship and the recent death of his father as reasons for his actions. Monkivitch is no longer associated with his former Hong Kong-based law firm, which condemned his behavior. Hes scheduled to return to court in early June, with the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade providing consular assistance.

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