28 Oct 2024 | 12:07 PM UTC
China: Heightened security likely around Zhongguancun No. 3 Primary School, Haidan District, Beijing, Oct. 28 following earlier stabbing incident
Increased security likely at Zhongguancun No. 3 Primary School, Haidan District, Beijing, China, following earlier stabbing attack Oct. 28.
Authorities will likely maintain heightened security around the Zhongguancun No. 3 Primary School, Haidan District, Beijing, as security personnel continue to investigate an earlier stabbing incident on the afternoon of Oct. 28. Initial reports indicate the stabbing has left five people injured, including three minors. Authorities have detained a male assailant. The motive behind the attack is unclear.
Localized disruptions are likely to continue until police conclude their investigations.
Avoid the incident site until authorities conclude investigations. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
Although the overall crime threat in Beijing remains low and violent crime is uncommon, isolated criminal incidents affecting foreigners and local nationals have occurred..
