China Mourns 35 Victims of Deadly Car-Ramming Attack

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Source: Financial Times
China Mourns 35 Victims of Deadly Car-Ramming Attack
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A 62-year-old driver in Zhuhai, China, has been arrested after allegedly ramming his vehicle into a crowded pedestrian area, killing 35 and injuring 43. The attack, which occurred near a sports stadium, is part of a series of violent incidents in China that analysts suggest indicate rising social tensions. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for strengthened risk prevention measures and severe punishment for the perpetrator. The suspect, reportedly motivated by dissatisfaction over a divorce settlement, was found injured and in a coma, hindering police interrogation.

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