China Hit-and-Run: 35 Dead, 43 Injured After 62-Year-Old Man Rams Car Into Crowd Outside Sports Center [Video]

Tragedy struck on Monday evening in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai when a vehicle plowed into a crowd outside a sports center, leaving 35 people dead and injuring 43 others. The incident has shocked the nation, sparking questions about the motive and safety at public venues.

The driver, identified only by his surname, Fan, is a 62-year-old divorced man. According to authorities, Fan attempted self-harm with a knife as police arrived, but officers managed to subdue him at the scene. He was promptly taken to a hospital for medical treatment.

Authorities have not released further details on his motives, and investigations are ongoing. No official statement has clarified whether the incident was intentional or accidental, adding to the confusion and concern.

Zhuhai police confirmed the tragic sequence of events, stating that Fan’s vehicle struck multiple pedestrians outside the bustling Xiangzhou sports center. The center is a popular recreational spot, …