Yang Kening Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison for Bribery and Illegal Possession of Firearms
Yang Kening, a former senior political advisor in Sichuan province, was sentenced to 16 years in prison and fined 4 million yuan ($551,788) on Monday. He was found guilty of bribery and illegal possession of firearms and ammunition.
The intermediate people's court of Nantong in Jiangsu province handed down a 15-year prison sentence and a 4 million yuan fine for bribery, along with a two-year prison term for the illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. The total sentence imposed was 16 years in prison with a 4 million yuan fine.
During the trial, it was revealed that between 2003 and 2023, Yang took advantage of his various positions in Sichuan to seek profits for others. He accepted a particularly large amount of property from others in return, accumulating over 72.23 million yuan in illicit gains.
From 2008 to 2010, Yang illegally acquired firearms and ammunition, storing them at his residence. This was deemed a severe offense, according to the court.
13 Comments
lettlelenok
“The imposed punishment shows that bribery and illegal possession of firearms have serious consequences.”
dedus mopedus
“Who benefits from this narrative? The public deserves an unbiased trial, not a spectacle.”
ytkonos
“Justice is served – a clear message that misconduct at high levels won’t be tolerated.”
Rotfront
“The whole story smells of propaganda – too little detail on the judicial process to be transparent.”
Matzomaster
“16 years and a hefty fine are well-deserved for someone who abused his trusted position.”
Africa
“Finally, some accountability! Corruption and illegal gun possession have no place in politics.”
ZmeeLove
“Good job by the court – this verdict should deter similar behavior by others in power.”
Muchacho
“Are we sure this wasn’t part of a larger political agenda rather than a genuine fight against corruption?”
Coccinella
“This case proves that even influential officials are not above the law.”
Habibi
“Every time a high-profile figure is punished like this, it seems more like a message rather than true reform.”
Bella Ciao
“It’s encouraging to see that corruption is being cracked down on and that justice prevails.”
Mariposa
“Yang Kening’s actions harmed the public trust, and this sentence sends a strong message.”
ZmeeLove
“Transparency and accountability are essential, and this verdict helps restore faith in the system.”