Australian Lawyer Arrested and Charged in Hong Kong Over Alleged Dine and Dash Spree The arrest of an Australian national in Hong Kong for allegedly running up tabs and skipping out on payments has left many in the expat community perplexed.
However, to those familiar with the region's complex web of international relations, this is more than just a tale of questionable restaurant etiquette.
Samuel Monkivitch, a lawyer with a troubled past, is accused of fleeing four venues without paying his bills. The incidents include restaurants at five star Shangri la hotels and a massage parlour.