Chinese media have revealed this week that investigative blogger Wu Kai, who used the name “Huijian,” was killed by criminals hired on social media. Wu had exposed telecoms fraud and other illegal activity. His body was found in southern China in November 2024, and the case has prompted calls for heavier punishment.
WHO:Chinese media
WHAT:Chinese media revealed details of the killing of investigative blogger Wu Kai.
WHEN:Reported Oct 28, 2026 at 2:30 AM ET
WHERE:China
WHY:Chinese media said criminals were hired on social media to silence Wu’s work exposing telecoms fraud and other illegal activity.
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