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Xiaomi CEO Expresses Condolences Following Fatal SU7 Accident

Lei Jun pledges full cooperation with authorities as investigation into the tragic incident unfolds.
Xiaomi's CEO Lei Jun publicly expressed his condolences on Tuesday night following a tragic accident involving a Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle (EV) that resulted in the deaths of three young girls.

The accident, which took place on March 29th, is currently under investigation by local authorities.

In a heartfelt message posted on his social media account, Lei stated, "I'm deeply saddened by the accident...

a heartbreaking loss for their families, friends, and for all of us." He emphasized that the company has established a special task force that arrived at the accident scene on Sunday, and has submitted all available vehicle data to the police as of Monday.

Lei noted that due to the ongoing investigation, Xiaomi has not yet had access to the damaged vehicle, which limits the company’s ability to provide details at this stage.

Lei reiterated the company's commitment to transparency, stating, "I must step forward and make this clear on behalf of Xiaomi: no matter what happens, we will not shy away." He assured the public that Xiaomi will fully cooperate with the police investigation, signaling a willingness to address any concerns raised by both the affected families and the public.

Following Lei's announcement, a verified Weibo user, identified as the mother of one of the deceased girls, responded, expressing her hope that Xiaomi would adhere to their commitments regarding communication and support.

In conjunction with Lei's statement, Xiaomi Automobile Co. released a detailed response on its official Weibo account, addressing inquiries related to the incident.

The company clarified that it had contacted the vehicle's owner immediately after the accident and learned that the car was not being driven by its owner at the time.

Xiaomi has indicated its intention to meet with the families of the victims under the guidance of law enforcement, although no details of the meeting had been confirmed by the time of the statement's release.

The company also countered circulating rumors regarding the vehicle being transported back to Beijing and stated that many questions regarding the cause of the vehicle catching fire would be addressed once the investigation concludes.

Authorities in Tongling, Anhui Province, where the accident occurred, have launched their own investigation into the incident, further examining the circumstances surrounding the event.

The incident has garnered significant attention on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, with many users expressing concerns over the safety protocols of electric vehicles and calling for a comprehensive inquiry into the matter.
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