Introducing Gangster: The Story of Georgie Pai

From the back alleys of Hong Kong to the neon-lit Chinatowns of Britain, Georgie Pai built a nationwide criminal empire through his Triad gang Wo Shing Wo. With a network of protection rackets, gambling dens and an army of loyal followers, he controlled his turf with threats, violence and machetes. Gangster steps inside the world of the Triads. A brotherhood bound by secret handshakes and elaborate rituals, where loyalty is sworn in blood. For decades, Georgie Pai’s name alone caused absolute terror amongst Britain’s Chinese community. He was deported back to Hong Kong several times, but with police unable to pin him to a single crime, 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

Commissioning Editor: Richard Maddock

Editor and Executive Producer: Clare Fordham