The Archive · 1929

B.A, T. EMPLOYEE KIDNAPPED

Head Cashier Bustled into Motor Car by Armed Men The head cashier of the BAT, fan old and valued member of the Chinese stof, was kidnapped on March 14, st about 8.30 near the intersection of Avenus Road with Hardoon Road.

Reports of the matter are veer meagre, but it is stated that foe armed men approached the private riesha in which their victim rode, covered him with their pistols, and bustled him into their waiting motor car, It is mot reported that made any resistance, being overpowered by sheer Weight of nun bers ard arms, The family of the victim ave t2- ported to have received a letter to the effect that their relative would not be injured, It is anticipated that the usual negotiations means of go-belweens will be ope The kidnapped man was sent threatening letters several year 440, but recently he hind made his employers having Been approached with

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