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On December 17, a heated altercation broke out between two passengers on Shanghai’s Metro Line 9, drawing widespread attention online. A viral video captured the argument, where a woman confronted an older man, accusing him of inappropriate behavior and publicly questioning his financial status.
According to the video shared by a passenger surnamed Qian, the incident began when the woman claimed the man had bumped into her three times. Frustrated, she reportedly confronted him, saying, “You’re a disgrace to Shanghai people!” Her anger escalated as she repeatedly questioned him, shouting, “How many houses do you own?”
As tensions rose, the woman’s behavior became more aggressive. She was seen kicking the man and punching him, despite efforts from fellow passengers to calm the situation. Eventually, the man left the train at the urging of onlookers.
Qian, who witnessed the scene, stated that the woman seemed unable to tolerate what she perceived as the man’s actions, though he admitted that the exact circumstances were unclear.
The video sparked heated debates on Chinese social media, with many criticizing the woman’s outburst and remarks about wealth.
“She embarrassed herself more than anyone else. What does owning houses have to do with public behavior?” one netizen commented.
Another wrote, “Resorting to violence is never the answer. She crossed the line by kicking and punching him.”
Some sympathized with the woman’s frustration but questioned her approach. “If she felt harassed, she should’ve sought help from authorities instead of escalating the situation,” a user pointed out.
Others expressed concern over how quickly disputes escalate in public spaces. “These arguments are happening more often in crowded cities. People need to learn to handle conflicts calmly,” one commenter noted.
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