Overview

• The Chaoyang branch said three women—surnamed Zheng, Yuan and Xu—were detained for fabricating and spreading online allegations about the case and have admitted to making the rumours.
• Police detailed falsities that included torture claims and assertions of destroyed surveillance footage and restrictions on the actor’s family members.
• Investigators reported that criminal suspicion was ruled out after an on‑site examination, forensic testing, reviews of surveillance footage and interviews.
• Yu’s mother stated on Sept 16 that he accidentally fell after drinking and urged an end to speculation, with his management noting that funeral arrangements were completed.
• Unverified videos and social media posts continue to circulate as some fans call for an independent investigation, but authorities have released no evidence contradicting their findings.