Introducing Gangster: The Story Of Georgie Pai

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4 March 2026


3 minutes


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From the back alleys of Hong Kong to the neon-lit Chinatowns of Britain, Georgie Pai developed an across the country criminal empire through his Triad gang Wo Shing Wo. With a network of security rackets, betting dens and an army of devoted followers, he controlled his grass with risks, violence and machetes. Gangster steps inside the world of the Triads. A brotherhood bound by secret handshakes and fancy rituals, where commitment is sworn in blood. For decades, Georgie Pai's name alone triggered absolute terror among Britain's Chinese community. He was deported back to Hong Kong a number of times, however with authorities unable to pin him to a single criminal offense, it was left to a team of journalists to bring him down.


Presenter: Livvy Haydock


Series Producer: Hayley Mortimer


Technical Producer: Richard Hannaford


Producers: Patrick Kiteley & Matt Toulson


Fixer in Hong Kong: Michelle Chan


Music: Andy Simms and Reliable Source Music


Journalism Assistants: Hattie Valentine & Ellie Dover


Commissioning Producer: Sam Proffitt


Commissioning Executive: Lorraine Okuefuna and Louise Kattenhorn


Editor: Richard Maddock


Editor and Executive Producer: Clare Fordham


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