By China has witnessed a surge in mass murder cases, with 19 incidents reported in 2024 alone. These attacks, often targeting strangers, have sparked widespread concern and raised questions about the underlying causes.
Experts point to China’s slowing economy, rising unemployment, and growing income inequality as contributing factors to the increasing frustration and desperation among citizens.
The lack of platforms for people to express their grievances and the limited access to mental health services have also been cited as exacerbating the issue. Furthermore, the Chinese government’s tightening grip on free speech and assembly has left citizens feeling powerless and without outlets for their emotions, potentially contributing to the rise in violent outbursts.
