In a shocking case that has captured public attention, Wang Nan, a 37-year-old woman, survived a harrowing incident in June 2019 when her husband, Yu Xiaodong, 38, pushed her off a 34-meter-high cliff in Thailand. The fall resulted in severe injuries and the tragic loss of her unborn child. Following this brutal act, Yu was sentenced to 33 years and four months in prison in June 2023 [fabe2c73].
Now, in a twist that has further complicated the situation, Yu is demanding a staggering 30 million yuan (approximately US$4 million) for divorce, citing claims of 'emotional and youth loss' [fabe2c73]. This demand has placed Wang in a precarious legal position, as she faces significant challenges in navigating the divorce proceedings while Yu remains incarcerated.
Wang, who has recently given birth to a son through in vitro fertilization (IVF), is now confronted with the complexities of China's marital law, which requires both parties to appear in court for a divorce to be finalized. Legal expert Zhang Yongquan has described her situation as a 'dead end,' highlighting the difficulties she faces due to the ongoing marriage and Yu's imprisonment [fabe2c73].
This case not only raises questions about the legal ramifications of attempted murder within a marriage but also sheds light on the broader implications of marital law in China, particularly in cases involving severe criminal acts. The public's reaction to Yu's divorce demands has sparked discussions on social media about the intersection of crime, marriage, and legal rights in contemporary Chinese society [fabe2c73].