Viral Video Shows Violent Road Rage Attack in Hangzhou, Bentley Driver Arrested
A shocking video of a man violently attacking another man with a sharp object while in broad daylight on a bridge in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province has gone viral on Chinese social media. The victim, identified as the BMW driver, was later assaulted by the suspect, a Bentley driver, who attempted to remove the recording device from the BMW. Chinese authorities have confirmed that the Bentley driver has been apprehended, and the investigation is ongoing.
25 February 2024
The chilling incident reportedly occurred on a bridge in Hangzhou, as seen in the viral video. The suspect, driving a Bentley, can be seen attacking the BMW driver with a sharp object, causing him to fall to the ground. After the victim was effectively immobilized, the attacker proceeded to kick him in the head and use the sharp object to further incur injuries. A passerby intervened and attempted to stop the attack, but the Bentley driver remained persistent in his violent behavior.
"I heard the Bentley driver had been arrested recently, but if you find yourself in a similar situation, how should you act, and how can you ensure your safety? Here's a minute-long explanation of how to properly set your vehicle to guarantee your safety," one social media user commented, expressing concern over how to deal with such terrifying encounters on the road.
As the video gained widespread attention, many netizens on Weibo expressed shock and disbelief that such a violent incident would occur in Hangzhou, a city known for its cultural and historical significance, as well as its modern amenities.
According to Zhejiang News, the Bentley driver has been taken into custody and is facing criminal charges for his actions. Zhao Dong, a lawyer based in Beijing, commented on the incident, stating, "No matter who the person is, they should abide by the law. Behavior that destroys the law and harms others should be severely punished."
"This is just unbelievable. It's hard to imagine this happening in Hangzhou, such a cultured city. I guess all cities are the same now," one user commented, highlighting the growing concern over road rage and violence in China.
Another user was concerned with the nature of the Bentley driver's weapon, which appears to be targeting a crucial vein in the victim's leg.
"Is it possible that the attacker was using a sharp object to deliberately target the victim's femoral artery, aiming to cause severe harm or even death?" the user asked.
Others praised the bravery of the passerby who intervened, stopping the Bentley driver's violent rampage and attempting to protect the victim.
"I want to commend the passerby who stopped to help and protect the injured person. It takes courage to step in and help during such a dangerous situation," another user commented.
In response to the incident, the Hangzhou traffic police have stated that they have received reports about the attack and are currently investigating the matter.
This recent event in Hangzhou highlights the growing concern over road rage and violence in China. As cities continue to develop and population densities increase, traffic congestion and stress levels on the road have also grown in recent years. The authorities must work together with local communities to ensure the safety and security of all road users, and to send a clear message that acts of violence and aggression will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
UPDATE: According to information received by the author on February 25th, the Hangzhou Public Security Bureau has arrested the suspect, a Bentley driver, involved in the violent incident. The investigation is ongoing, and the condition of the victim remains unknown, pending official updates from the authorities.