發生於2026年3月底的一場大規模執法行動，成為香港近年來針對有組織跨境賣淫犯罪最具震撼力的一次打擊。行動地點位於發利大廈，這座長年因地理位置與歷史背景而被視為「紅燈區」縮影的建築，再次成為社會關注焦點。此次行動規模龐大、拘捕人數眾多，清楚展現警方打擊黑幫收入來源及保護青少年的強硬立場。

這次代號為「火石」的行動，由香港警務處有組織罪案及三合會調查科（俗稱 O記）聯同多個部門共同執行。警方在長時間情報蒐集與臥底滲透後，3 月 26 日前後展開雷霆掃蕩，不僅動員大批警力封鎖大廈多個出入口，亦精準鎖定並瓦解多個由三合會操控的賣淫據點。整體行動共拘捕128人，規模之大在近年極為罕見。被捕者涵蓋幕後主腦、骨幹成員（俗稱「馬伕」或「管家」），以及大量涉嫌從事非法性交易的女性，當中亦包括不少持旅遊證件來港的跨境人士。

然而，最令社會震驚與關注的，是行動中發現有未成年少女牽涉其中。初步調查顯示，有犯罪集團透過社交媒體及通訊軟體，以「快速賺錢」或提供食宿為誘因，專門鎖定因家庭或學業問題離家的年輕少女，誘騙她們參與非法性交易。根據香港現行法律，任何涉及未成年人的性犯罪均屬嚴重罪行。警方強調，對於利用青少年牟利的黑幫行為將採取零容忍態度，並會追究相關經營者、場地負責人及資助者的刑事責任。

發利大廈 多年來以「一樓一鳳」形式聞名，即每個單位由個別性工作者獨立經營。然而警方指出，近年這類模式已逐漸轉變為高度組織化與企業化的犯罪運作。相關集團不僅負責租用單位，還會安排證件、拍攝宣傳照片並上傳至網路平台，同時提供所謂的「安全提示」，形成一條龍式的產業鏈。更嚴重的是，部分受害者在進入體系後遭扣押證件，甚至被以債務或暴力威脅進行控制，在高度壓迫環境下被迫工作。

目前，全部128名被捕人士已被警方扣留調查，相關部門正積極核實身份資料，並透過財務追查凍結犯罪所得。對於涉及案件的未成年少女，當局已安排社會福利機構介入，提供心理輔導與安置保護。

整體而言，此次行動不僅對發利大廈內的非法勢力造成沉重打擊，也向全港黑幫釋出明確訊號：任何利用弱勢群體，尤其是未成年人牟利的行為，終將面對法律制裁。預計這場掃蕩行動的後續影響仍將持續發酵，並進一步引發社會對舊式大廈管理制度及青少年保護政策的深入討論。

The large-scale law enforcement operation that took place in late March 2026 has become one of the most shocking crackdowns on organized cross-border prostitution crimes in Hong Kong in recent years. The operation was centered on Fat Lee Building, a location long regarded as a symbol of the city’s “red-light district” due to its unique background and location. The scale of the raid and the number of arrests clearly demonstrated the authorities’ determination to dismantle triad revenue streams and protect vulnerable youth.

Codenamed “Flintstone,” the operation was led by the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB), in collaboration with multiple police units. After an extended period of intelligence gathering and undercover infiltration, authorities launched a coordinated crackdown around March 26. A significant police presence was deployed to seal off multiple entrances and exits of the building, while officers simultaneously targeted and dismantled several prostitution syndicates controlled by triad groups. In total, 128 individuals were arrested—an unusually large number in recent years. Those detained included alleged masterminds, key members (commonly referred to as “pimps” or “managers”), and a large number of women suspected of engaging in illegal sex work, including many cross-border individuals traveling on visitor permits.

The most alarming and distressing aspect of the operation was the discovery that minors were among those rescued and arrested. Preliminary investigations revealed that criminal groups had used social media and messaging platforms to lure vulnerable teenage girls—often those facing family or academic difficulties—by promising quick money or offering accommodation. These victims were then coerced into illegal sex work. Under Hong Kong law, any sexual offense involving minors is considered a serious crime. Police emphasized a zero-tolerance approach toward triad groups exploiting young people for profit and stated that they would pursue criminal liability against all parties involved, including operators and facilitators.

For many years, Fat Lee Building was known for the “one flat, one prostitute” model, where individuals operated independently within small units. However, police noted that this system has evolved into a highly organized and commercialized criminal network. These syndicates now manage everything from leasing units and arranging documentation to producing promotional materials for online platforms and even providing so-called “risk alerts.” In more severe cases, victims had their identification documents confiscated and were subjected to debt bondage, intimidation, or violence, effectively trapping them in exploitative conditions.

At present, all 128 arrested individuals remain in police custody as investigations continue. Authorities are working to verify identities and trace financial flows in order to freeze illicit proceeds. For the minors involved, social welfare agencies have already intervened to provide psychological support and protective arrangements.

Overall, this operation not only dealt a heavy blow to illegal activities within Fat Lee Building, but also sent a strong warning to organized crime groups across Hong Kong: any attempt to exploit vulnerable populations—especially minors—for profit will be met with the full force of the law. The broader impact of this crackdown is expected to continue unfolding in the coming months, likely sparking deeper public discussion on the management of older buildings and policies for youth protection.