Manhunt for 2 suspects continues for drugging of DJ Mao after operator arrest

A 61-year-old venue operator arrested in connection with the suspected drugging of former Japanese adult film actress Mao Hamasaki had invited the performer to the Tsim Sha Tsui club where the incident took place, with police intensifying an active manhunt for 2 other suspects who remain at large.



  Hamasaki, who relocated to Hong Kong and performs as DJ Mao, was earlier rushed to intensive care after consuming spiked orange juice that triggered full-body convulsions and disorientation during Halloween festivities in the early hours of November 1.



  Medical toxicological screenings later detected 4 illicit narcotics in her bloodstream, including the liquid party drug cocktail known as Happy Water.



Police have mobilized criminal investigation units to track down 2 additional suspects connected to the nightclub gathering who fled the scene and remain wanted for questioning. 



The ongoing search follows Hamasaki's emergency hospital admission after she drank the contaminated beverage at the Tsim Sha Tsui venue, suffered sudden muscular spasms, and lost consciousness. 



Clinical staff placed her in an intensive care unit for close observation after diagnostic tests confirmed 4 illegal substances in her body.



  Officers are reviewing surveillance footage and examining communication records to locate the 2 outstanding fugitives as the probe into the unlawful administration of harmful substances continues.