The police arrested nine people in connection with the case, which caused great commotion in the country, fueling calls for a heavy hand against still-existing gangs and also on the need to increase the protection of women.

The case prompted the filing of other complaints about the operations of the gangs in Tangshan and the misconduct of the police in the face of kidnappings, extortion, threats and beatings. It also led the Ministry of Public Security to launch a national campaign against crime.

According to the press, in addition to the detainees, 307 cases of illegalities were detected, and from now on police actions will be focused on the actions of the gangs against vulnerable groups, such as the elderly, women and children. In addition, attention will be paid to strengthening public security because the activities of criminal organizations in the province have caused psychological damage to the population.

Specifically in Tangshan, the crackdown implies an increase in the number of patrols, the adoption of a rapid response system to security threats and will seek to eradicate fights, any act of public disorder, intentional attacks and insults to women. It also seeks to combat offenses such as extortion, harassment, illegal gambling, drugs, cybercrime and cover-up by the authorities.

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