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Chinese investigative journalist jailed, refused bail after exposing high profile corruption scandal

2015-10-18 06:17:42| Telecom - Topix.net

Liu Wei detained on October 8, after series of articles exposing corruption of a high-profile qigong master, celebrities and party officials; news of detention censored on digital platforms but spread by journalists on social media The detention of respected investigative reporter Liu Wei on suspicion of allegedly illegally obtaining state secrets has sparked concerns among mainland journalists over their work responsibilities and safety. Liu, 37, deputy director of the Guangdong-based Southern Metropolis News , was detained by police in the city of Pingxiang, in Jiangxi province, on October 8, his newspaper confirmed on Friday night.

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