This man was declared dead and cremated, but guess who was found alive nine years later? Discover the shocking truth!
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We all love a good mystery here at the Seniors Discount Club, and this shocking story from China certainly caught our attention. Imagine the disbelief of a family who, after nine years, discovered their long-lost relative was still alive despite having been declared dead and cremated! This incredible tale of mistaken identity had millions in disbelief on social media.
The story began in Chongqing, China, when villagers reported an older man behaving strangely in August. According to China News Network, authorities took him in, but the man refused to answer questions and his identity remained a mystery.
After conducting several checks, police began to suspect that the man might be Zhuo Kangluo, who had gone missing in 2014 after escaping from a hospital where his nursing home had sent him. Zhuo's grandson saw a missing persons poster for the man and noticed the striking resemblance to his grandfather.
Curiosity piqued, he went to visit the man, who broke down in tears upon seeing his grandson. Incredibly, he was able to write out the names of his family members, further confirming their suspicions.
Finally, on Tuesday, authorities confirmed the man's identity as Zhuo Kangluo after DNA testing matched his brother. Photos shared by Chinese media show Zhuo after he was found, with long hair and a beard.
But the mystery doesn’t end there. In 2014, a body believed to have been involved in a car accident was identified as Zhuo by villagers and his relatives, including his cousin, niece, and nephew. His nephew reportedly declined an autopsy, and the body was sent for cremation.
Now, the authorities are working tirelessly to determine the true identity of the man found dead on the roadside, using DNA collected from the corpse.
This extraordinary story serves as a reminder that truth can sometimes be stranger than fiction. In fact, there are countless missing persons cases around the world, with some resulting in surprising outcomes or reunions after many years. The AFP reports that, in Australia alone, more than 39,000 missing persons reports are received by police every year.
Advancements in DNA testing and forensic science have helped solve many missing persons cases and prevent such mistaken identity incidents in recent years. These technological improvements have played a crucial role in reuniting families and providing closure in numerous cases.
The emotional impact of cases on the families involved can be enormous, and the importance of support networks and resources for those dealing with the disappearance of a loved one cannot be overstated. Organisations like the National Missing Persons Coordination Centre in Australia provide valuable assistance to families in their search for answers.
On a brighter note, Zhuo has had his household registration reinstated, and the appropriate care is being provided to him.
This shocking news quickly became one of the hottest trending topics on the Chinese social media site Weibo, with users left in disbelief. Many questioned how Zhuo's family had failed to see that the man found dead was not their relative, while others criticised the authorities for handling the identification process 'hastily'.
'I'm speechless,' one user stated.
Ultimately, we're just glad that Zhuo is alive and well, and his family has closure after such a long and incredible journey. Stories like Zhuo's remind us of the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope in even the most challenging circumstances.
The story began in Chongqing, China, when villagers reported an older man behaving strangely in August. According to China News Network, authorities took him in, but the man refused to answer questions and his identity remained a mystery.
Zhou Kanglou was found with a beard and long hair 11 years after his family believed they cremated him. Source: The Paper/ Weibo
After conducting several checks, police began to suspect that the man might be Zhuo Kangluo, who had gone missing in 2014 after escaping from a hospital where his nursing home had sent him. Zhuo's grandson saw a missing persons poster for the man and noticed the striking resemblance to his grandfather.
Curiosity piqued, he went to visit the man, who broke down in tears upon seeing his grandson. Incredibly, he was able to write out the names of his family members, further confirming their suspicions.
Finally, on Tuesday, authorities confirmed the man's identity as Zhuo Kangluo after DNA testing matched his brother. Photos shared by Chinese media show Zhuo after he was found, with long hair and a beard.
But the mystery doesn’t end there. In 2014, a body believed to have been involved in a car accident was identified as Zhuo by villagers and his relatives, including his cousin, niece, and nephew. His nephew reportedly declined an autopsy, and the body was sent for cremation.
Now, the authorities are working tirelessly to determine the true identity of the man found dead on the roadside, using DNA collected from the corpse.
This extraordinary story serves as a reminder that truth can sometimes be stranger than fiction. In fact, there are countless missing persons cases around the world, with some resulting in surprising outcomes or reunions after many years. The AFP reports that, in Australia alone, more than 39,000 missing persons reports are received by police every year.
Advancements in DNA testing and forensic science have helped solve many missing persons cases and prevent such mistaken identity incidents in recent years. These technological improvements have played a crucial role in reuniting families and providing closure in numerous cases.
The emotional impact of cases on the families involved can be enormous, and the importance of support networks and resources for those dealing with the disappearance of a loved one cannot be overstated. Organisations like the National Missing Persons Coordination Centre in Australia provide valuable assistance to families in their search for answers.
On a brighter note, Zhuo has had his household registration reinstated, and the appropriate care is being provided to him.
This shocking news quickly became one of the hottest trending topics on the Chinese social media site Weibo, with users left in disbelief. Many questioned how Zhuo's family had failed to see that the man found dead was not their relative, while others criticised the authorities for handling the identification process 'hastily'.
'I'm speechless,' one user stated.
Ultimately, we're just glad that Zhuo is alive and well, and his family has closure after such a long and incredible journey. Stories like Zhuo's remind us of the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope in even the most challenging circumstances.
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