'Captain America' protester convicted under Hong Kong national security law


Ma Chun-man was accused of promoting Hong Kong independence from China. -RAAM_BEART/TWITTER

HONG KONG (Reuters): A Hong Kong activist dubbed "Captain America 2.0" for wielding the superhero's shield during protests was found guilty of incitement to secession on Monday (Oct 25), the second person convicted under a China-imposed national security law in a crackdown on dissent.

Former delivery man Ma Chun-man, 31, was accused of promoting Hong Kong independence from China by chanting slogans, holding up placards and giving media interviews during 20 demonstrations last year.

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