Kathmandu, November 15, 2026 — Police detained four Chinese nationals on allegations of creating a disturbance and fighting in a public place after consuming alcohol in Kathmandu's popular tourist district of Thamel.
According to the District Police Range, Kathmandu, the incident took place in front of Fire Chok in Thamel, Kathmandu Metropolitan City-26, at around 11:15 pm on Kartik 26.
A team deployed from the Lainchaur Police Circle took the four into custody after finding them drinking alcohol on the street, shouting and engaging in a quarrel.
Those detained have been identified as 27-year-old A Hao, 33-year-old A Gui, 35-year-old Xiao Le and 29-year-old Yong Soy, all Chinese nationals. Their passport numbers have not been disclosed.
The Lainchaur Police Circle has initiated further investigation into the incident involving alleged public disturbance while intoxicated.
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