DJ Mao, a former Japanese AV actress who has now transitioned into DJing, reportedly drank a drug-laced beverage during a Halloween night at a nightclub in Kowloon's Tsim Sha Tsui district on October 31. She fell into a coma and underwent treatment at the ICU of the Edward Yuen Hospital. On November 2, she was discharged from the hospital after taking testimony at the police station with the assistance of her manager. She waved an "OK" sign and heart sign to signal safety, showing gratitude to the media in both Chinese and Japanese before departing in a car with her manager following the police visit to the scene where the incident occurred.
Mao, who shared her experience on her social media platform "X" shortly after the incident, expressed relief at being discharged but still appeared shaken. Her manager confirmed that they had gone to the police station to assist with the investigation. Post-incident, the public responded angrily, describing the incident as attempted murder, and criticized her management team for inadequate protection. Mao emphasized the importance of being vigilant and educating the public about the dangers of drug use, cautioning everyone to be cautious of their drinks in nightclubs.
The incident has garnered significant attention and condemnation from both Japanese and Hong Kong internet users, highlighting the increasing dangers faced by individuals in nightclubs. As her manager faces criticism for protection failures, Mao has vowed to use her experience to advocate for awareness about the risks associated with drug and substance use in social settings.