Activists launch London legal action against UK officers in Hong Kong police

Pro-democracy activists allege five British officers have taken part in brutal actions against protesters

Pro-democracy activists have launched a private prosecution in London against five British officers working for the Hong Kong police, alleging they have taken part in brutal actions against protesters.

The officers - who have not been named - occupy senior roles inside Hong Kong's local police force. They are accused of torturing anti-government demonstrators, who have been protesting since June last year over an extradition bill and security law imposed by Beijing.