On October 9, a man was shot dead by police after he crashed his vehicle into the Chinese consulate in San Francisco.
The driver, emerging from his blue Honda sedan, was reportedly bleeding and asking for the location of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) before being apprehended by security guards.
The consulate, located on Geary Boulevard, has been a frequent target of protests from human rights activists and supporters of the Falun Gong movement. It has twice been damaged in arson attacks, most recently in 2014, and once in 2008.
This recent violent attack raised serious concerns about the safety and security measures in place at such diplomatic buildings.
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Upon arrival at the scene, police officers found the vehicle lodged inside the lobby of the consulate.
The suspect was immediately engaged, leading to an officer-involved shooting. Despite the efforts of police officers, firefighter paramedics, and hospital personnel, the suspect was later pronounced deceased at the hospital.
This incident has sparked outrage among diplomatic officials at the consulate. In a statement, they severely condemned the violent attack and reserved the right to pursue responsibilities related to the incident.
They made solemn representations to the United States, demanding the truth be quickly ascertained and dealt with seriously in accordance with the law.
The incident has also caused significant distress among local residents. Neighbors reported hearing gunfire from the consulate and police urged residents to avoid the area of Laguna St and Geary Boulevard.
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Residents of a condo opposite the building told reporters that protests are so frequent they have taken out home insurance against terrorist attacks.
The San Francisco Police Department is currently conducting an open and active investigation into the incident, working in coordination with investigators from the US State Department.
Questions have been raised about the effectiveness of current security measures at diplomatic buildings and the need for enhanced protocols to ensure the safety of both staff and local residents.
