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Mass Casualty in Zhuhai, China
A driver intentionally rammed his car into exercisers in Zhuhai, China, killing at least 35 and injuring dozens more. The incident was followed by heavy censorship.
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FanXi JinpingLi Ying
- How did Chinese authorities respond to the incident?
- The incident occurred on the eve of a major aviation exhibition, leading to heavy censorship of information about the event on Chinese social media platforms.
- Who is the suspect and what is the suspected motive?
- The driver, identified as Fan, a 62-year-old man, was detained at the scene with self-inflicted neck wounds. Police believe his dissatisfaction with the financial aspect of his divorce was the motive.
- What caused the mass casualty incident in Zhuhai, China?
- At least 35 people were killed and 43 injured when a driver deliberately rammed his car into a group of people exercising at a sports center in Zhuhai, China.
- What other similar incidents have occurred in China recently?
- Following the incident, China's President Xi Jinping called for the driver to be punished according to Chinese law, and the sports center where the attack took place was closed until further notice.
- What evidence exists of the incident besides official reports?
- Videos of the aftermath show numerous casualties on the running track, with first responders administering CPR. One hospital reported treating over 20 injured individuals.