Yunkai is a journalist and blogger who wrote on allegations of government corruption and forgery. He was arrested in April 2023 for an article he published, and was charged with “picking quarrels and provoking trouble.” In January 2024, he was sentenced to 15 years in prison on multiple charges, including “selling fake medicine,” “picking quarrels and provoking trouble,” and fraud. His son has publicly stated that Shangguan was targeted for exposing corruption in Ezhou and has called attention to the political motives behind the charges.
Yunkai Shangguan
Is case active: Yes
Country:China
Region:Asia-Pacific
Gender:Male
Status:Imprisoned