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Chinese paranormal influencer Jiang Xiaorou dies in car crash, a year after smashing religious statue

From The Straits Times · () English

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  • Popular Chinese paranormal influencer Jiang Xiaorou died at 24 from injuries sustained in a July 15 car accident.
  • She had over 1.5 million followers on Douyin and was known for ghost-hunting content and challenging superstitions.
  • Videos resurfaced after her death showing her making controversial statements about smashing religious statues and car accidents.

Chinese paranormal influencer Jiang Xiaorou has died at the age of 24, nearly a month after a severe car accident. Jiang, who amassed over 1.5 million followers on Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, succumbed to her injuries on August 10. Her family confirmed her passing the following day.

The accident occurred on July 15 as Jiang traveled from Guangxi to Guangzhou in a ride-share vehicle. She sustained critical traumatic brain injuries and hemorrhagic shock, requiring intensive care at Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital. Her mother launched an online appeal for donations to cover mounting medical bills.

Let’s see how long I can live.

— Jiang XiaorouJiang Xiaorou made this statement in a video where she smashed a religious statue as part of an anti-superstition stunt.

Jiang gained popularity for her ghost-hunting content, exploring abandoned locations and investigating paranormal claims. Her final video, posted July 9, reportedly featured her calling a number associated with a fatal car accident victim. This content has drawn renewed attention following her death.

Previously, Jiang courted controversy in August 2025 by smashing a religious statue in a video, questioning her longevity. She also challenged the concept of karma, predicting a car accident the next day. Her family has urged the public to avoid speculation and respect the facts surrounding her death.

get into a car accident tomorrow

— Jiang XiaorouJiang Xiaorou made this statement in another video where she challenged the idea of karma.
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