Described as the first subway molester to be arrested this year in Shenzhen by local news outlets, the man is said to work as a salesperson in Shenzhen. He has since confessed his offense, but the incident was not the first time he was punished for such
On the 12th of April, a 28-year-old man was caught by two brave young women after he groped them on one of Shenzhen’s crowded subway trains.
Described as the first subway molester to be arrested this year in Shenzhen by local news outlets, the man is said to work as a salesperson in Shenzhen. He has since confessed his offense, but the incident was not the first time he was punished for such behavior. According to reports, he was involved in a similar case in another city.
According to the police, the man groped a woman aboard a crowded subway train; the woman noticed his behavior, and he moved to another part of the train where he groped a second woman who called for help. The first woman came to her aid, and the two women held onto the man and called the police. The police waited at the next stop and took the man into custody.
Anyone with experience of the daily commute in Shenzhen would know that often the city’s many working women and men have to give up a little bit of decency and dignity to squeeze onto an already crowded train just to arrive at work on time. It is equally tormenting to acknowledge that when packed in a train car, it is hard to avoid bodily contact with people, men and women alike, who surround you from all directions. However, such contact should definitely feel different from intentional groping.
If crowded commuting is unavoidable, what can be done to offer commuters greater dignity and comfort? Could the subway system set up a women-only car? Of course, such a measure would involve not only the designation of a special passenger car, but it would also require certain infrastructure and design upgrades at subway stations, such as proper signage and marks along the platforms. Even if they were to implement such changes, it would be pointless because the rush hour crowd is likely to override people’s best intentions to queue by sex.
Nevertheless, with summer fast approaching, working women in Shenzhen will have to find ways to address their commuting challenges, including totally shunning the subway during rush hour. Of course, it would be sad if the city’s hardworking women have to lose out on Shenzhen’s most efficient mode of transportation because men cannot keep their hands to themselves.
The society as a whole must nurture a culture against groping and harassment on the subway. A positive cultural setting is the best way to prevent and deter offenders.
That said, does it really mean Shenzhen subway commuters have to submit to the loss of personal dignity during rush hour? Well, the infrastructure realities of the existing subway system seem to suggest yes. However, the overall public transportation and city planning system still has enormous potential for growth.
Where Can You Seek Help?
Shenzhen Shekou Service Center, They can assist you with temporary residence, general advice, guidelines for public services, along with other important information ranging from laws to tips about living in this great city.
Center Name: Management and Service Center for Expats
Address: Intersection of Nanshui Lu and Shiyun Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District
(南山区蛇口南水路与石云路交汇处)
Metro Station: Dongjiaotou (station exit A), Line Shekou
Tel. 0755 2667 8381
Beijing Expats Service Center, A professional and registered consulting service Company in Beijing, dedicated to providing professional services and constructive suggestions for expats, who desire to do business, work, invest or reside in China.
Center Name: Beijing Expat Service Center
Address: Beitaiping Zhuang(北太平庄) 8 Xinjiekou Waidajie Haidian District
Metro Station: Dongjiaotou (station exit A), Line Shekou （新街口外大街8号）
Tel. 8322 4525
Shanghai Expats Service Center, SHANGHAI – A service center catering for foreign residents has officially opened in the city’s Pudong New Area following a two-month trial period.
Center Name: Shanghai Expats Service Center
Address: No 3 Building, 2797 Yaogao Middle Road, Pudong New Dis. Shanghai
Tel. 862150807398
Guangzhou Expats Service Center, Guangdong Expat Service Center helps the expats who live in Canton(Guangdong).We also offer more help to the Hong Kong 、Macao and Taiwan citizens and overseas Chinese. We will provide you with useful information and services that will make your life easier when traveling, living, and do business in China!
Center Name: Guangdong Expat Service Center
Address: 889 Bin Jiang Dong Lu, Li Jing Wan, west Building #3C, Guangzhou
Tel. (0086)020-33864395