Guangdong: Stabbing rampage in kindergarten in Chinese province of Guangdong left at least six people dead and one injured, authorities said, sparking fears about safety of children’s schools.

25-year-old suspect with surname Wi was arrested and authorities have started an investigation into stabbing. According to media reports, incident in Lianjiang County in southern province was stabbing, with some reporting that victims also include children. While violent crime is rare in China due to strict gun laws and tight security, incidents of stabbings at pre-schools over past few years have raised concerns about school safety. Latest stabbing in China sparked emotive debate on Weibo social media platform. Some social media users called for suspect to face death penalty.

Published in The Daily National Courier, July, 11 2023

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