Gender: Female
Perpetrator: China
Religion or Belief: Falun Gong
Health Concerns: Mental health issues, anxiety
Reports of Torture: Yes
Reports of Medical Neglect: No
Appeal: Rejected
Sentence: 8 Years' Imprisonment
Date of Detainment: February//2014
Date of Sentencing: November//2015
Date of Release: February/25/2022
Current Status: Released
Religious Leader: No
Most Recent Type of Abuse: Imprisonment
Reason for Persecution: Religious Activity
Nature of Charges: Unknown
Wang Lei was imprisoned for her religious activity.
In February 2014, authorities arrested Wang reportedly for practicing Falun Gong.
In November 2015, the Fangshan District Court reportedly sentenced Wang to eight years in prison.
In February 2016, the Beijing Second Intermediate Court rejected Wang's appeal.
On February 25, 2022, Wang was released from prison after completing her sentence.
Wang was reportedly tortured while imprisoned.
Wang reportedly suffers from mental health issues and severe anxiety.