In a shocking incident on Monday evening, a car veered off course and crashed into a crowd exercising outside the Zhuhai Sports Centre, leading to at least 35 deaths and injuring 43 others, as reported by local authorities. The driver, a 62-year-old man surnamed Fan, allegedly drove his SUV through a barrier and into the gathering, where multiple civilians were present. Following the chaotic event, Fan was apprehended while attempting to flee but subsequently fell into a coma due to self-inflicted injuries.
Tragic Car Incident in Zhuhai Leaves at Least 35 Dead
Tragic Car Incident in Zhuhai Leaves at Least 35 Dead
A horrific car crash during an outdoor exercise session has resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries in Zhuhai, China.
Preliminary investigations suggest that Fan’s actions may have stemmed from a personal crisis linked to his dissatisfaction with a recent property settlement after his divorce. Eyewitness accounts describe scenes filled with panic as the vehicle swept through the area during a busy evening for various walking groups utilizing a designated path around the stadium. Videos depicting the immediate aftermath of the tragedy have been largely removed from Chinese social media, though remaining footage shows a scene of devastation, with many people being treated by paramedics and bystanders.
Mr. Chen, a witness to the event, recounted that his group had just finished their third lap when the SUV accelerated towards them, resulting in chaos as it struck individuals around the running track. Reports indicate that among the injured were numerous elderly people, as well as teenagers and children, underlining the tragedy’s impact on an innocent community activity.
This incident occurred amid heightened security measures implemented in Zhuhai, which is hosting the Airshow China, a significant event demonstrating the country’s military capabilities, including warplanes and drones. While the event took place 40 kilometers from the stadium, there is no current indication that the two events were connected. The management of the sports centre has confirmed that several entrances and exits were closed to facilitate control due to the airshow.
Ongoing investigations aim to gather more information while the injured receive treatment. This incident follows a worrying trend in China, where violent attacks on the public have surged in recent months. In September, a man went on a stabbing spree in Shanghai, and a young Japanese student lost his life after a stabbing incident near his school, highlighting underlying social tensions that may require thorough examination.
Mr. Chen, a witness to the event, recounted that his group had just finished their third lap when the SUV accelerated towards them, resulting in chaos as it struck individuals around the running track. Reports indicate that among the injured were numerous elderly people, as well as teenagers and children, underlining the tragedy’s impact on an innocent community activity.
This incident occurred amid heightened security measures implemented in Zhuhai, which is hosting the Airshow China, a significant event demonstrating the country’s military capabilities, including warplanes and drones. While the event took place 40 kilometers from the stadium, there is no current indication that the two events were connected. The management of the sports centre has confirmed that several entrances and exits were closed to facilitate control due to the airshow.
Ongoing investigations aim to gather more information while the injured receive treatment. This incident follows a worrying trend in China, where violent attacks on the public have surged in recent months. In September, a man went on a stabbing spree in Shanghai, and a young Japanese student lost his life after a stabbing incident near his school, highlighting underlying social tensions that may require thorough examination.
