In a startling incident that has captured widespread attention, a 13-year-old girl has been arrested for possessing space oil after a video of her behavior on public transportation went viral.

The footage, which surfaced on social media platforms on Thursday, depicted the young girl appearing to smoke from an e-cigarette while aboard a light rail train.

Upon disembarking at Tin Shui station, she was seen staggering and clutching the railings for support.

Authorities were alerted around 7:15 PM on the same day and subsequently arrested the minor at the Tin Shui Shopping Centre.

During the apprehension, police discovered a vape device along with a suspected space oil pod in her possession.

This led to her arrest on charges related to possessing dangerous drugs.

Space oil, which has been trending among youth in Hong Kong, was recently banned following its classification under the Dangerous Drug Ordinance due to its main active component, etomidate, an anesthetic known for its psychoactive properties.

This ban has spurred controversies and sparked conversations about drug use among teenagers, especially as it has proven to be more affordable and accessible compared to other substances.

Local reports indicate that the girl was a Form Two student who had purchased the space oil online just the day prior to the incident, highlighting the concerning trend of underage drug acquisition through digital platforms.

This incident is part of a larger issue, as authorities also reported the arrests of three teenagers—comprising a 16-year-old boy, a 16-year-old girl, and an 18-year-old male.

They were apprehended in connection with another viral video that showed inappropriate behavior in a public housing estate's car park.

During the investigation, police confiscated additional space oil cartridges from the homes of two of these teens, emphasizing the ongoing challenges of drug use among the city’s youth.

Interestingly, despite an overall decrease in drug users in Hong Kong, statistics reveal a troubling rise in users aged 21 and younger, increasing by 8% to a total of 720 individuals.

Alarmingly, nearly one-third of these young users reported having smoked space oil, pointing to the urgent need for effective intervention and mental health support for teenagers.

As the discussion about the implications of these incidents unfolds, the community is urged to confront the realities of youth drug use and the pressing requirement for comprehensive drug education and mental health resources in schools.

Stay tuned as we continue to follow this story and examine what actions are being taken to safeguard the health and safety of Hong Kong's youth.