Police today rebutted a rumour that accused police officers of smashing the glass of a bank this afternoon.

The Force pointed out that at around 4pm, masked rioters smashed the glass of a bank on Hennessy Road in Wan Chai and the case is under investigation.

Police explained that some online media and social groups have quoted rumour mongers as saying police officers were responsible.

Police strongly rebut such a groundless and fabricated allegation and express regret over rumours which are calculated to discredit Police.

Police added that they will bring offenders to justice.