Gongan Chen is an online commentator with a history of defending democratic rights. On September 9, 2022, he was detained after posting political messages in a WeChat group as part of a conversation with other human rights defenders. On October 14, 2022, he was formally arrested, and in June 2023, Chen was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison for “picking quarrels and provoking trouble.” He was imprisoned in Wuning Detention Center in Jiujiang City until his release on March 7, 2024.
Gongan Chen
Is case active: Yes
Designation:Online Commentator
Country:China
Region:Asia-Pacific
Gender:Male
Status:Released