Mon Jan 20 09:26:41 UTC 2025: ## China Executes Two Men for Deadly Attacks Amidst “Revenge on Society” Concerns

**Beijing, [Date]** – China has executed two men responsible for separate deadly attacks in November, sparking renewed concerns about a rise in what are termed “revenge on society crimes.” Fan Weiqu, 62, was executed for driving his car into a crowd outside a Zhuhai sports stadium, killing at least 35 people – the country’s deadliest attack in over a decade. Authorities stated Fan’s motive stemmed from dissatisfaction with his divorce settlement. Separately, 21-year-old Xu Jiajin was executed for a stabbing spree at a Wuxi vocational school that left eight dead and 17 injured. Police attributed his actions to failing examinations, dissatisfaction with his internship pay, and inability to graduate.

Both men received death sentences in December from local courts, subsequently approved by the Supreme People’s Court. The executions, reported by state media, follow a recent surge in such attacks, prompting President Xi Jinping to call for preventative measures. While violent crime remains relatively rare in China compared to many Western nations, these incidents have challenged the government’s image of maintaining strict public order and effective crime prevention. The attacks have also fueled public discussion about underlying social issues, including economic slowdown, unemployment, and limited social mobility.

Although China keeps precise execution figures classified, human rights groups estimate the country carries out thousands of executions annually. While traditionally carried out by gunshot, lethal injections have also been implemented in recent years. The executions highlight a growing societal concern within China and underscore the government’s determination to suppress violent crime, even as underlying social pressures continue to simmer.

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