Two officials in Bijie, China, have been detained and expelled from their positions for attacking a journalist.
The journalist, named Li, was investigating the deaths of two local teachers when he was followed and assaulted by the officials.
The attackers damaged Li’s belongings and caused injuries. One official was placed in administrative detention for 20 days, another for 15 days, and both auxiliary police officers were dismissed. A deputy Party chief was also expelled.
The incident revealed a disregard for the rule of law and highlighted the need for improved education and supervision of officials.
The government should provide more information about the earlier incident, which involved the drowning of the teachers.
The delay in reporting the incident raised suspicions, and details regarding the teachers’ activities were lacking in the investigation