A chilling new twist has thrown the already-mysterious death of beloved actor Yu Menglong into an even darker light. Social media across China exploded overnight after a man publicly claimed that he had “bought and eaten” Yu Menglong — a statement so grotesque that millions first assumed it had to be a hoax. But as investigators dig deeper, the reality is proving far more disturbing.
According to multiple online reports, the man — identified only by the surname Luo — posted several cryptic messages boasting about “consuming the remains of fame.” Screenshots of his posts show explicit, horrifying descriptions of “a ritual meal” tied to what he called “the cleansing of celebrity sin.” The posts were quickly deleted, but not before they were shared tens of thousands of times, igniting a nationwide firestorm.
Police have since detained Luo for questioning, confirming that he is a self-proclaimed fan obsessed with Yu Menglong who had previously stalked several other public figures. Forensic specialists have clarified that there is no evidence that Luo’s claim is physically true, describing it instead as “a dangerous act of delusion and online shock-theatre.” However, the mere possibility that someone could fabricate such a claim around a man’s tragic death has shaken the public conscience.
“This isn’t just twisted fandom — it’s a symptom of a cultural sickness,” said Dr. Wang Fei, a psychologist interviewed on Beijing TV. “When grief, rumor, and attention-seeking collide, people lose all sense of humanity.”
Despite efforts by authorities to calm the chaos, the story has reignited anger about the unchecked spread of false information surrounding Yu Menglong’s case. Fans accuse platforms of failing to stop the viral lies that continue to desecrate the late actor’s memory. Candlelight vigils and online tributes have replaced hashtags of outrage with messages like “Protect his dignity” and “Stop turning pain into spectacle.”
As investigations continue, police warn that anyone spreading fabricated or violent claims will face prosecution. Yet the damage is already done — another layer of cruelty added to a story already drenched in tragedy.
In the end, one horrifying truth stands clear: whether the words were real or not, the man who said he “ate” Yu Menglong has revealed something far uglier than crime — he’s shown how far society can fall when attention outweighs empathy. 🕯️💔
