Religious Leader Convicted in Tragic Death

Wellington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

A chilling case of religious extremism and abuse: Kaixiao Liu and his wife Lanyue Xiao convicted of kidnapping and manslaughter after a devoted follower, 70-year-old Shulai Wang, was starved, suffocated in a suitcase, and secretly buried — all under the guise of spiritual discipline. The couple, along with family members, faced multiple charges including desecration of human remains and obstructing justice. Evidence revealed a terrifyingly controlled life for Wang, monitored through notebooks and letters, where minor infractions led to brutal punishment — including confinement for days. Her…