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NDTV
08-05-2025
- NDTV
Woman, Once China's 'Most Beautiful Fugitive', Banned From Social Media
A Chinese woman, once labelled the country's "most beautiful fugitive", has been banned from social media after she used her livestreams to promote anti-fraud awareness and share details about her criminal past. Qing Chenjingliang, 26, from Sichuan province, shot to national fame in 2018 when police released a wanted poster, The South China Morning Post reported. She had been part of a 10-member fraud ring that posed as bar workers to lure victims online on the pretext of romance or friendship, eventually forcing them into spending large sums of money, sometimes using threats or violence. Qing, who had been expelled from school as a teenager due to poor academic performance, said she was drawn into the scam by her boyfriend. The group's total fraud amounted to more than 1.4 million yuan (over Rs 1.6 crore). After months on the run, Qing surrendered and was sentenced to one year and two months in prison. During her prison term, Qing underwent ideological education, legal training and labour reform. Following her release in November 2021, Qing opened a bubble tea shop in her hometown and appeared in a police-led anti-fraud campaign video. Critics said the video risked sending the message that "beauty equals justice". In March, Qing launched a social media account using her full name and her viral 2018 wanted photo as her profile picture. Her bio read, "I was a headline figure in 2018 news. Now I have turned over a new leaf." Within days, she gained nearly 10,000 followers. She live-streamed twice a day, discussing her time in prison and warning viewers about scams. "I want to start over and help ordinary people avoid being scammed," she said, often referring to her past. She warned followers against falling for nightlife scams. "Do not believe in something for nothing," she said. Qing also told her followers she had served her full sentence. "Getting a sentence reduction is very difficult," she would say. On April 27, her account was abruptly shut down, all videos removed, and her profile rendered unsearchable. The platform later explained the ban, saying it prohibits users from exploiting prison or criminal histories for attention or financial gain.
The Star
07-05-2025
- The Star
Ex-China ‘most beautiful fugitive' banned for promoting legal education via livestreams
A former member of a gang involved in a US$190,000 fraud racket claimed to have 'turned over a new leaf' after her release from prison. — SCMP A woman dubbed the 'most beautiful fugitive' in China has been banned online for promoting anti-fraud education via live-streams following her release from prison. Qing Chenjingliang, 26, from Mianyang in Sichuan province, southwestern China, was expelled from secondary school as a teen for poor grades. Influenced by her boyfriend, she later joined a 10-person fraud ring. Posing as bar staff, the group lured victims online with fake romantic approaches or friendly intentions and forced them into expensive spending, using threats or violence if they refused to pay. In November 2018, police issued wanted posters for Qing and her accomplices. Her striking looks quickly drew nationwide attention and earned her the nickname 'China's most beautiful fugitive'. Qing later turned herself in and was sentenced to a year and two months in prison for fraud. The authorities said the scam involved more than 1.4mil yuan (RM821,817 or US$190,000). One of Qing's former classmates told The Beijing News that she was cheerful, lively, and kind, saying they were shocked that she turned to crime. While in prison, Qing reportedly underwent ideological education, legal training, and labour reform. Following her release in November 2021, Qing opened a bubble tea shop in Mianyang and appeared in a police anti-fraud video, which sparked controversy. Some netizens criticised the move, saying it sent the wrong message by promoting the idea that 'beauty equals justice'. In March, Qing set up a social media account under her full name, using her 2018 wanted photo as her profile picture, and quickly gained nearly 10,000 followers. Her bio read: 'I was a headline figure in 2018 news. Now I have turned over a new leaf.' She live-streamed twice a day, promoting legal knowledge and fraud prevention. 'I want to start over and help ordinary people avoid being scammed,' she said, often reminding viewers of her past as the so-called most beautiful fugitive. Qing encouraged her followers to send virtual gifts if they wanted to hear more about her scam and prison experiences. She emphasised that she had served her full sentence, adding: 'Getting a sentence reduction is very difficult.' When asked if she had met any imprisoned celebrities, Qing said that male and female inmates were kept separate and she had not paid attention to such matters. She also recently posted a video warning people about bar scams, saying: 'Do not believe in something for nothing.' However, Qing's social media account was banned on April 27, her profile became unsearchable, and all her videos were removed. The platform later said it bans content that exploits prison or criminal histories for attention or profit. As of writing, Qing has not responded to the ban. The incident has attracted widespread attention on mainland social media, with related topics racking up over 54 million views. One online observer said: 'Qing has served her time. Becoming a live-streamer is her legitimate right. A prodigal who returns is more precious than gold.' However, another person took a different view: 'She takes pride in being the 'most beautiful fugitive'. This mindset is deeply distorted.' 'We do not oppose former convicts rebuilding their lives and reintegrating into society, but they should do so with humility and a strong sense of justice,' added a third. – South China Morning Post
Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
China's ‘most beautiful fugitive' banned from social media for posting anti-fraud videos
Qing Chenjingliang, once dubbed 'China's most beautiful fugitive,' has had her social media account taken down after her live-streamed efforts to educate viewers about fraud prevention triggered widespread debate, according to the South China Morning Post. The 26-year-old from Mianyang, Sichuan, gained attention in 2018 after being wanted for a major online fraud scheme.(Pexel) The 26-year-old from Mianyang, Sichuan, first came into the spotlight in 2018 when police issued a wanted notice for her involvement in a large-scale online fraud scheme. Before her arrest, Qing had been expelled from secondary school due to poor academic performance. She later joined a 10-member fraud syndicate, allegedly under the influence of her boyfriend. The group's strategy involved posing as bar employees and initiating deceptive conversations with targets online. Victims were manipulated into spending heavily, often through false emotional connections or friendly pretences. Those who resisted were allegedly threatened or physically intimidated to extract payments. Qing's striking appearance led to widespread attention on Chinese social media at the time of the police manhunt, overshadowing the seriousness of the case. In November 2018, police issued wanted posters for Qing and others involved in the scam. Her arrest drew national attention not for the crime itself but because of her striking appearance, which quickly earned her the nickname 'China's most beautiful fugitive.' The fraud case was estimated to involve more than 1.4 million yuan (over ₹ 1.58 crore). Surrendered and sentenced Qing eventually surrendered and was sentenced to one year and two months in prison. During her incarceration, she reportedly received ideological re-education, legal training, and took part in labour reform. A former classmate described her as 'cheerful, lively, and kind,' expressing surprise that she had turned to crime. After her release in November 2021, Qing opened a bubble tea shop and appeared in a police anti-fraud awareness video, which sparked mixed reactions. While some saw it as a sign of rehabilitation, others criticized the move, suggesting it implied 'beauty equals justice.' In March this year, Qing re-entered the public eye by launching a social media account under her full name, featuring her 2018 wanted poster as her profile picture. Her bio read: 'I was a headline figure in 2018 news. Now I have turned over a new leaf.' She began live-streaming twice a day, sharing legal information and anti-fraud tips. 'I want to start over and help ordinary people avoid being scammed,' she told her viewers, often reminding them of her past. Qing encouraged followers to send virtual gifts in exchange for more details about her past scams and prison life. She frequently emphasised that she had completed her sentence in full, stating, 'Getting a sentence reduction is very difficult.' When asked about celebrity inmates, she said male and female prisoners were kept apart and that she hadn't paid attention to such things. In a recent video, Qing warned viewers about bar scams, saying: 'Do not believe in something for nothing.' However, on April 27, Qing's social media presence abruptly ended. Her account was banned, her videos deleted, and her name became unsearchable on the platform. The company later released a statement saying it prohibits content that capitalizes on criminal or prison experiences for attention or profit. Qing has not yet publicly responded to the ban. The incident has triggered widespread discussion across Chinese social media, with related hashtags amassing over 54 million views, according to the outlet. Opinions remain divided. 'Qing has served her time. Becoming a live-streamer is her legitimate right. A prodigal who returns is more precious than gold,' one user commented. But others were critical of her approach. 'She takes pride in being the 'most beautiful fugitive'. This mindset is deeply distorted,' one post read. Another added, 'We do not oppose former convicts rebuilding their lives and reintegrating into society, but they should do so with humility and a strong sense of justice.' Also read: Anand Mahindra reacts to India's Operation Sindoor in retaliation for Pahalgam attack
