Knife Attack in Beijing Injures Five, Including Three Children

The suspect, a 50-year-old man, has been detained as police continue their investigation into the rare assault near a primary school.

The attack occurred at around 3:20 p.m. in the Haidian district, a prominent area in Beijing.
All five victims, including three minors, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect, identified only by his surname Tang, was apprehended at the scene by police.
The incident took place near Zhongguancun No.3 Primary School, though the school has not yet commented.
This stabbing is part of a recent uptick in knife attacks in major Chinese cities, sparking public concern over safety.