07 May 2024 | 08:25 AM UTC
China: Attacker kills at least two and injures 21 others at Zhenxiong County People's Hospital in Zhaotong, Yunnan Province, May 7
Stabbing attack occurs at Zhenxiong County People's Hospital in Yunnan Province, China, May 7. Two dead, 21 injured; attacker apprehended.
An armed assailant stabbed and killed at least two people and wounded 21 others at Zhenxiong County People's Hospital in Zhaotong, Yunnan Province, May 7. According to local media sources, authorities apprehended the suspect in nearby Kangyang village after he fled the scene. Police reportedly issued an advisory for residents of Kangyang village to stay indoors and avoid opening doors for strangers during the pursuit. Authorities have yet to provide additional details about the motive for the attack or the perpetrator's identity.
Heightened security is likely near the impacted area in the coming hours as investigations continue.
The incident site in Zhenxiong County is around 339 km (211 miles) from Kunming
Exercise caution in the affected area. Heed official directives.