Chinese state media say numerous children were injured by a vehicle at the gate of an elementary school in central China’s Hunan province.

Summary

A vehicle struck and injured numerous children and adults at the gate of Yong’an Elementary School in Changde, Hunan province, China, around 8 a.m. on Tuesday.

The driver of the white SUV was subdued by parents and security guards, but authorities have not confirmed whether the incident was accidental or intentional.

Victims were rushed to the hospital, with the casualty count still unclear.

The incident sparked outrage online, reflecting frustration over recurring attacks on civilians in China, including recent stabbings and vehicle assaults.

Censorship quickly limited the spread of images from the scene.