On January 26th at noon, a major explosion occurred outside the Da Dong Subsidiary Food Market in Shenyang, Liaoning. The incident took place during lunchtime when the area was densely crowded with people. Videos circulated online show objects exploding in the midst of the crowd, causing significant damage and leaving several individuals injured and bleeding, as cries for help filled the air.
Reports from the local authorities and nearby shop owners confirmed that the explosion happened on the street outside the Da Dong Subsidiary Food Market. Local police stated that they are currently investigating the cause of the explosion. However, no official announcement has been made regarding the incident, and reports from Chinese media outlets have been censored, while discussions on social media platforms have been restricted.
A surveillance video from an overseas platform captured a person wearing a black hooded jacket lingering beside an electric bicycle on the pedestrian walkway at noon on the day of the incident. The individual appeared to interact with the electric bicycle before walking away, moments before the explosion occurred. Witnesses to the occurrence have shared speculations, mentioning a possible explosion caused by a modified electric vehicle.
Eyewitnesses who spoke to a media outlet described how information regarding the incident has been tightly controlled, with videos being swiftly removed from online platforms. The lack of transparency surrounding the explosion has sparked concerns and raised questions about the authorities’ handling of the situation.
It is worth noting that on January 23rd, Chinese leader Xi Jinping had visited the Da Dong Subsidiary Food Market in Shenyang to ‘understand the local market supply during the holiday season.’ The proximity of his visit to the site of the explosion has drawn attention and added a layer of complexity to the situation.
As of today, the report that appeared in “Red Star News” has been deleted, and the official authorities have yet to provide any updates on the incident as of January 27th. The exact cause of the explosion, as well as the extent of casualties, remain unknown, leaving the public anxious for further information and clarity on the matter.