Slain model Abby Choi called ‘birthing machine’ by ex-father-in-law, court hears as her partner takes the stand
The murder trial of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi continues with testimony from her partner, Chris Tam, regarding a deteriorating relationship with her former in-laws. The court heard allegations that the victim's former father-in-law referred to her as a 'birthing machine' prior to the alleged crime.
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This high-profile criminal case has garnered significant public attention in Hong Kong, highlighting issues of domestic violence and family conflict.
HONG KONG (Agencies): The former father-in-law of slain Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung called her a “birthing machine” and tried to assault her before he allegedly plotted with his two sons to kill her three years ago, a court has heard.
Choi’s partner, Chris Tam Fong-chun, recounted on Tuesday a bitter argument between the influencer and her former in-laws in what he said was a watershed moment leading to a breakdown in the relationship in mid-2022, reports South China Morning Post.
Choi was previously married to Alex Kwong Kong-chi, 31, who is standing trial on a joint count of murder alongside his brother Anthony Kwong Kong-kit, 35, and his father Kwong Kau, 68.
The High Court also heard on Wednesday that the late socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung lost contact with her husband at 2pm on the day she disappeared, with her phone's last location traced to Tai Po.
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