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Man Sentenced to 9 Years for Enslaving, Torturing Woman Seen Chained in Viral Video

  • The man received too light a sentence given the decades of horrific abuse he inflicted on the victim, according to public outrage.
  • The victim suffered from schizophrenia as a result of the abuse and trafficking she endured for years.
  • Six people were sentenced to prison for their roles in trafficking and abusing the woman, known as "Little Plum Blossom."
  • Video of the woman in chains sparked outrage in China and drew attention to the dismal state of women's rights in the country.
  • Women's rights advocates argue the case highlights the need for stronger laws and enforcement to prevent violence against women in China.
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