What's happened
Choi’s ex-husband, father, and brother are accused of killing her in February 2023 and of obstructing a burial. They face life imprisonment if convicted. A 45‑day jury trial is anticipated as prosecutors prepare their case.
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How we got here
Choi, a 28-year-old socialite, died in early 2023. Police found body parts in a village unit in Tai Po and later searched a landfill. She had two children with Alex Kwong and two more with a later husband. Prosecution is set to open its case in the coming weeks, with the trial expected to last about 45 days.
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- What evidence will prosecutors present in the opening?
- When did the investigation begin, and what did it uncover?
- How might the courtroom proceedings unfold over the 45‑day trial?
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