Wei Zaiqiang
Gender: Male
Perpetrator: China
Religion or Belief: Falun Gong
Reports of Torture: No
Reports of Medical Neglect: No
Appeal: Rejected
Sentence: 4 Years, 6 Months' Imprisonment
Date of Detainment: December//2016
Date of Sentencing: March//2019
Date of Release: June/18/2021
Current Status: Released
Religious Leader: No
Most Recent Type of Abuse: Imprisonment
Reason for Persecution: Discussing Religion & Religious Texts Distributing Religious Materials Religious Activity
Nature of Charges: Unknown
Wei Zaiqiang
Extra Bio Info:
Wei Zaiqiang was imprisoned for his religious activity.
In December 2016, authorities arrested Wei after accusing him of leaving messages about Falun Gong in public areas. Police reportedly seized Falun Gong-related materials, his computer, and other personal belongings from his home.
In March 2019, Wei was sentenced to four years and six months in prison.
In April 2020, the Xi’an City Intermediate Court reportedly rejected Wei's appeal.
On June 18, 2021, Wei was released after completing his sentence.