15 individuals sentenced to prison in Hunan, China for building collapse killing 54 in April 2022; investigation by State Council.

Fifteen individuals were sentenced to prison in Hunan Province, China, for their involvement in a building collapse in Changsha that killed 54 people in April 2022. Sentences ranged from two years and nine months to 12 years and included the building owner and negligent officials. The incident, which raised concerns over illegal construction and safety standards, prompted an investigation by the State Council.

October 17, 2024
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