On 11 April 2024, at 4:43 AM,[1] Liu Jie[a],[2] a 20-year-old Chinese male gamer known as "Fat Cat"[b] took his own life by jumping from a bridge in Yuzhong, Chongqing.

After his suicide, his ex-girlfriend Tan faced a relentless online backlash on Chinese social media and was accused of exploiting him financially.

In May 2024, Chinese authorities revealed that Liu's sister orchestrated this smear campaign against his ex-girlfriend, sharing private information and soliciting harassment against Tan.

Police investigations later revealed Liu and Tan had a genuine relationship with mutual financial exchanges, and there was no evidence of exploitation.

[11] The leaked financial records appeared to have supported this narrative, sparking widespread online hatred, particularly among Chinese men.

[13] Using the account "Keke Can't Sleep", she posted videos and financial records, claiming Tan extorted money from Liu.

[15] Police investigations also showed that Liu and Tan had a legitimate relationship, with mutual financial exchanges totaling over 1.26 million yuan.

[14] Liu's sister and several influencers faced penalties for manipulating public opinion and infringing on Tan's privacy.

[5] China Women's News noted the need for rationality and legal adherence in public discourse, condemning the spread of rumors and online violence.