"Run Away"... Dozens Escape After Building Lockdown and COVID Testing in China

People Climbing Over Walls to Avoid COVID-19 Tests
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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Min-young] In Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, China, a large building was locked down for COVID-19 nucleic acid testing, but some people escaped the testing, prompting the police to launch an investigation.

According to Huanqiu.com on the 9th, the Chengdu Global Center, which houses many shops and offices, was locked down on the 8th for COVID-19 testing after it was confirmed that a suspected COVID-19 patient had visited the location.

However, a video showing at least dozens of people escaping by climbing over walls and pushing through bushes instead of lining up for the test was posted online.

The police stated, "We are currently investigating the incident. The people who fled have not yet been caught."

Those who were tested the previous day were immediately instructed to go home, avoid going out, and wait for their test results.

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