27 Jun 2024 | 05:47 PM UTC
China: Authorities likely to investigate kidnapping and subsequent killing of foreign national in Guangzhou as of June 28
Officials likely to investigate kidnapping, killing of Indian national in Guangzhou, China, as of June 28. Increased security likely.
As of June 28, officials are almost certain to investigate the kidnapping and subsequent killing of an Indian national in Guangzhou. Preliminary reports indicate the victim was a mobile device trader from Rajasthan who was kidnapped and killed by unidentified assailants. According to sources, the businessman reportedly informed his family about his abduction and was allegedly held for ransom starting on June 21; the last communication was on June 25. Further details on the incident were not immediately available.
The recent kidnapping and killing of an Indian businessman in Guangzhou highlights the ongoing risk of such incidents in China, particularly for foreign nationals engaged in trade. While kidnappings are not commonplace, they do occur sporadically, often targeting businesspeople and expatriates for financial gain. The Chinese government has made efforts to combat kidnapping, with police operations rescuing thousands of victims in recent years, but risks persist, especially in major cities and border regions.
