China has executed two men for horrific attacks that left dozens dead, raising alarms about rising violence in society
Fan Weiqu, 62, drove his car into a crowd in Zhuhai. He killed at least 35 people and injured many more. This was the deadliest attack in over ten years. Fan was upset about his divorce settlement, which led to his violent outburst.
Then there’s Xu Jiajin, a 21-year-old who stabbed eight people at his school in Wuxi. He was frustrated about failing his exams and his low pay during an internship. Both men were executed on the same day, as confirmed by state media.
These attacks have raised concerns about what officials call “revenge on society crimes.” President Xi Jinping has urged local governments to take action to prevent such violence.
China has seen a troubling rise in random attacks, including ones targeting children. Just last month, a man was arrested for stabbing kids at a school in Beijing.
China is known for its high number of executions, more than any other country. The exact figures are a state secret, but it’s clear that the government is taking a hard stance on violent crime.
