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Ding Zhongfu, an elder of the unregistered Ganquan Church in Hefei, Anhui province, was arrested on November 30, 2023. Charged with “fraud” related to the church’s collection of tithes and donations, Ding’s arrest is part of a broader crackdown on unregistered religious groups in China. His detention highlights the ongoing repression of independent religious practices.
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Ding Zhongfu, an elder of the unregistered Ganquan Church in Hefei, Anhui province, was arrested on November 30, 2023. Charged with “fraud” related to the church’s collection of tithes and donations, Ding’s arrest is part of a broader crackdown on unregistered religious groups in China. His detention highlights the ongoing repression of independent religious practices.
Charges
200$
Legal Status
Yes — she has been officially sentenced.
Health Status
Not good — Although previously listed as "good," his actual condition is concerning. she has suffered a stroke while in detention and has not received adequate medical care, which has led to a decline in his health.
Family Information
Ding Zhongfu, an elder of the unregistered Ganquan Church in Hefei, Anhui province, was arrested on November 30, 2023. Charged with “fraud” related to the church’s collection of tithes and donations, Ding’s arrest is part of a broader crackdown on unregistered religious groups in China. His detention highlights the ongoing repression of independent religious practices.