Zhang Yiyang Sentenced to Death After Involvement in the Murder Case of His Underage Girlfriend

Kapanlagi.com - Zhang Yiyang, a Chinese singer and actor, was recently sentenced to death due to a shocking murder case. He was sentenced to death on December 18, 2024, making him the first artist in Mainland China to receive such a sentence.

The case began on February 26, 2022, when Zhang Yiyang got into an argument with his 16-year-old girlfriend. The argument escalated into brutal actions that resulted in the death of his girlfriend.

Here are the details regarding Zhang Yiyang's career and the case that led to his death sentence.

1. Profile of Zhang Yiyang

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Zhang Yiyang was born on May 1, 1990, in Xingping, Xianyang, Shaanxi, China. He is known by the name Gui Zai and became publicly known after participating in a reality entertainment program in 2012.

2. Zhang Yiyang's Brilliant Career

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Zhang Yiyang's career began with securing third place in the program "Happy to Move". He released his first album, "Crying Man", on June 19, 2015, and appeared in various events and films.

3. The Shocking Murder Case

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The murder occurred in a remote forest in Xingping, where Zhang Yiyang stabbed his girlfriend after an argument. The victim, who was 16 years old, died from severe neck injuries.

4. Motive and Emotional Manipulation

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The authorities stated that Zhang Yiyang had used suicidal threats to manipulate his girlfriend. The motive for this murder arose from Zhang's inability to accept the end of their relationship.

5. Legal Process and Execution

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After being arrested, Zhang Yiyang was charged with premeditated murder. The court decided that his brutal actions warranted the death penalty, which was carried out on December 18, 2024.

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