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In a shocking incident that unfolded in the city of Zhuhai, located in south China’s Guangdong Province, a total of 35 people were killed and another 43 injured. The tragedy occurred on Monday at a sports center, where citizens were engaged in their regular exercise routines. The details of the incident were revealed by the local police on Tuesday.
The suspect, a 62-year-old divorced man identified by the surname Fan, was apprehended by the police while attempting to flee the scene. Fan was found in his vehicle, attempting to inflict self-harm with a knife. The responding officers intervened swiftly, preventing further harm and transporting him to the hospital.
Fan’s condition remains critical, with severe injuries to his neck and other areas rendering him unconscious. As a result, he is currently unfit for police questioning. The preliminary investigation conducted by the police suggests that Fan’s actions were motivated by dissatisfaction with the property division outcome of his divorce.
The police authorities have initiated a case against Fan, suspecting him of endangering public safety by dangerous means. He has been placed under criminal detention. As the investigation continues, medical treatment for the injured is also underway.
The incident has sparked widespread concern, with Chinese President Xi Jinping urging all-out efforts to treat the injured. He has also called on localities and relevant authorities to learn from this case and strengthen their prevention and control of risks at the source. Xi emphasized the importance of timely dispute resolution, prevention of extreme cases, and the need to safeguard the security of people’s lives and social stability.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang echoed these sentiments, calling for the appropriate handling of the incident’s aftermath, swift investigation, and severe punishment for the perpetrator in accordance with the law. Following Xi’s instruction, central authorities have dispatched a team to oversee the handling of the case.
The Incident and Its Aftermath
The incident occurred on the eve of the country’s premier aviation exhibition by the People’s Liberation Army, hosted annually in Zhuhai. This has led to speculation about whether the car-ramming incident, targeting a large crowd at a sports center ahead of the opening of the prestigious air show, was aimed at casting a shadow over it.
The sports center in the city district of Xiangzhou, where the incident took place, regularly attracts hundreds of residents for various activities such as running on the track field, playing soccer, and social dancing. Following the incident, the center announced it would be closed until further notice.
Witnesses at the scene described a horrifying scene, with dozens of people lying prone on the running track. Many of those injured were wearing exercise clothing and were attended to by other members of the public. The suspect is said to have driven in a loop, causing injuries in all areas of the running track.
