Man detained over pepper spray use on crowded Guangzhou Metro train
A man has been detained after allegedly spraying pepper spray inside a crowded Guangzhou Metro Line 3 train on 30 April, triggering panic among passengers. Authorities confirmed the use of pepper spray as investigations continue.
- Man detained after pepper spray allegedly used on crowded Guangzhou Metro train
- Incident occurred on 30 April on Line 3 towards Tiyu Xilu Station
- Police confirm pepper spray used; investigation ongoing
CHINA: A man has been detained following an incident involving the use of pepper spray inside a crowded Guangzhou Metro train on 30 April.
The incident took place on Line 3, which was travelling towards Tiyu Xilu Station during a busy period, according to Redping.
Authorities confirmed that pepper spray was used inside the carriage, leading to panic among passengers.
Commuters were seen reacting immediately after exposure, with some covering their faces and moving towards the train doors as the substance spread through the packed compartment.
Videos circulating online showed passengers coughing and attempting to shield themselves from the irritant inside the confined space of the train carriage.
Allegations preceding the incident
According to witness accounts reported by local media, the situation is believed to have escalated after the man was suspected of secretly filming female passengers.
He was allegedly confronted by commuters inside the train before the pepper spray was used.
It has not been independently verified how the confrontation unfolded, but reports indicate that tensions rose shortly before the substance was deployed.
Evacuation at Tiyu Xilu Station
Upon arrival at Tiyu Xilu Station, passengers quickly evacuated the train.
In footage shared online, several commuters were seen rinsing their eyes with bottled drinking water on the platform after exiting the carriage.
Some passengers appeared visibly distressed following the incident, with at least one individual seen lying on the ground in discomfort as others gathered nearby.
The affected carriage was subsequently cleared as passengers moved away from the platform area.
Confrontation after train stopped
Additional videos circulating online showed some passengers confronting the man after the train came to a stop.
A female train staff member was also seen attempting to intervene and calm the situation.
The man was later seen lying on the platform covering his face while bystanders observed the scene.
Police confirmation and investigation
Metro police stated that the suspect has been detained.
Authorities have not released full details regarding the sequence of events or the circumstances leading up to the confrontation.
Investigations are ongoing to determine how the incident unfolded inside the train carriage.
