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Driver Who Rammed 18 School Children on November 19 in China Sentenced to Death with Two-Year Reprieve; 30 Injured

Dec 23, 2024, 09:53 AM

A 39-year-old man, Huang Wen, has been sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve by the Changde Intermediate People's Court in Hunan, China, for endangering public safety. On November 19, Huang deliberately drove his vehicle into a crowd near a school, injuring 30 individuals, including 18 elementary school children. Following the car attack, he also assaulted others with a weapon. The court's decision included a lifetime deprivation of political rights, reflecting the severity of Huang's actions, which were motivated by investment-related motives. This incident has raised concerns about public safety in the region.