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Money the ‘root cause’ behind Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi’s murder, prosecutors say

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By Chris Lau, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — A family dispute over money was the “root cause” that motivated the killing and dismemberment of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi, prosecutors told a court Wednesday, as the trial of her ex-husband and in-laws accused of murdering her began.

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    Money the ‘root cause’ behind Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi’s murder, prosecutors say (opens KESQ Palm Springs)

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    By Chris Lau, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — A family dispute over money was the “root cause” that motivated the killing and dismemberment of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi, prosecutors told a court Wednesday, as the trial of her ex-husband and in-laws accused of murdering her began.

  2. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Prosecutors say killing of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi likely linked to a financial dispute (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    The killing of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi is likely linked to a financial dispute with her former father-in-law over a luxury apartment, according to the prosecution

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