In China, relationships are very important. When corrupt officials build a strong "circle of friends," they may provide each other with protection and support, making it difficult for outsiders to expose or punish them.
This time, the illegal and disciplinary officials in Shangqiu, Henan, China protected and connived at the police. This is a good example.
Recommend
The Olympics—A Arena of Free Democracies versus Authoritarian Regimes
An Open Letter to Prime Minister Albanese of Australia---A Plea for Comprehensive Reform of the UNHCR
An Open Letter to President Emmanuel Macron of France---A Plea for Comprehensive Reform of the UNHCR
An Open Letter to US President Biden: Requesting a Thorough Reform of the UNHCR and the Removal of Bad Apples
In the Face of UNHCR's Inaction, Cold-bloodedness, and Collusion with Authoritarian Regimes, the World Must Act Now to Completely Reform the UNHCR