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In 2004, Ma Bingbing was sentenced to death by the court, and his subordinates received their own punishments. This ruthless bully, who had dominated Lanzhou for decades, and his Ma Family Gang finally faced justice. It wasn’t until this moment that the local residents could finally breathe a sigh of relief. But who exactly was this man? Why did he establish the Ma Family Gang? What kind of dark story was hidden behind his actions? Let’s dive into the story of Ma Bingbing.
During his school years, Ma Bingbing was sent to prison for fighting. People thought that the harsh punishment would lead him to turn over a new leaf, but, driven by his sense of brotherhood, he once again sacrificed his inner sense of justice. He abandoned the right path and fell deeper into the world of crime.
After his first release from prison, Ma Bingbing remained relatively calm for a while. He had experienced the harshness of prison life and was determined to turn his life around. So, he found a job and worked diligently. It was at work that he met his current wife. They quickly fell in love, though her father strongly disapproved of their relationship. In the end, though, he had no choice but to grudgingly accept their marriage. Still, he never treated Ma Bingbing kindly, believing a man with a criminal record wasn’t worthy of his daughter.
Ma Bingbing, eager to prove himself, swore to show his father-in-law that he had truly changed. He would provide a good life for his wife. But before she could even enjoy a peaceful life with him, an old acquaintance came knocking at his door, pulling him back into the darkness. That person was Lin Shaoyun, a former high school classmate.
During their high school days, Ma Bingbing and Lin Shaoyun were always together. Lin, a wealthy man from Xiamen, had come to Lanzhou to start a business, opening an entertainment club. He needed Ma Bingbing’s protection and support, knowing that familiarity made things easier. When the two reconnected, Lin explained his intentions, and Ma Bingbing, seeing no reason to refuse, agreed to help. Over time, Ma Bingbing found himself spending more time at the club, using his old connections to keep order.
Although Lin was the major investor, it was Ma Bingbing who managed the club’s operations. Later, while working out, Ma Bingbing met Zhang Hong, a man with significant street cred. Zhang, like Lin, was involved in the nightclub business, and the two formed a bond. With Zhang’s assistance, Ma Bingbing was given a nightclub to run. This one, however, was different—it appeared to be an ordinary entertainment club, but it served as a place to maintain order. Any disturbances, and Ma Bingbing was called to deal with it, using violence to keep things under control.
As everyone knows, most entertainment businesses like this have some shady figures behind them. The competition among rivals is fierce, and Lin, seeking to expand his business, took Ma Bingbing to scout out other clubs. They claimed it was for research, but in reality, it was to pick fights. At one particular club, they intentionally provoked the manager during the checkout, leading to a violent confrontation. The result? The manager was killed by Ma Bingbing and Lin’s group.
Afterward, fearing the heat, they fled to Xiamen and returned only when the situation cooled. From that point on, Ma Bingbing and his gang’s reputation in Lanzhou spread like wildfire.
In 1993, while dining out, Ma Bingbing spotted a beautiful woman and approached her. He tried to coax her into his private room, but her husband, who was buying something at the time, saw what was happening. He rushed to intervene but was quickly stabbed to death by Ma Bingbing and his gang, a ruthless and unforgivable act.
By 1996, Ma Bingbing had acquired a firearm and began carrying it whenever he went out. One evening, while dining, he noticed a woman at a neighboring table. Coincidentally, a wealthy businessman visiting Lanzhou was also interested in her. This sparked a confrontation between the two, and in the ensuing chaos, Ma Bingbing shot and killed the businessman. His behavior had become brazen and out of control, showing no fear of the consequences.
Ma Bingbing’s group continued to rise in power, instilling fear in the hearts of locals. They even began extorting protection money from local businesses. On one occasion, they approached a market vendor who failed to pay up on time. In retaliation, they overturned his stall and threatened that if he didn’t pay in advance next time, he wouldn’t survive in Lanzhou. This act of intimidation served as a warning to others, ensuring they complied.
In 1997, Ma Bingbing’s gang went to collect their usual protection fees when they encountered a defiant young man who refused to pay. The young man, confident that Ma Bingbing’s group wouldn’t dare harm him, held his ground. However, when Ma Bingbing visited the stall one last time, the young man still refused to pay. Ma Bingbing’s group lured him to a secluded area and brutally murdered him. A young life was cruelly snuffed out by Ma Bingbing’s hands.
Before his capture, Ma Bingbing had killed at least a dozen people, not to mention all the others he had oppressed and tormented. He and his gang also engaged in illegal wildlife hunting, including the killing of endangered giant pandas. Everyone knew pandas were a national treasure, yet Ma Bingbing and his crew were involved in selling their pelts, turning them into souvenirs and selling them at high prices.
The trade was eventually stopped when one of their own tipped off the police. However, the traitor was soon found, and Ma Bingbing had him tortured to death.
At that time, Lanzhou was effectively under Ma Bingbing’s control. His criminal activities were too numerous to count. He even went as far as targeting innocent middle school students who had accidentally crossed him. He murdered several of them with a knife, further cementing his place as a brutal figure in the city.
By this time, Ma Bingbing was earning millions annually, a staggering sum in an era when such wealth was rare. Much of it came from illegal activities, and he had grown up in a privileged family, shielded from the harsh realities of life.
Born in 1971 in Gansu Province, Ma Bingbing was a Hui Muslim, and his family was far wealthier than most others at the time. His parents doted on him, and he grew up in an environment where his every need was met. Later, his family moved to Lanzhou for better educational opportunities. Although Ma Bingbing performed well academically at first, things took a turn when he entered middle school. He became fascinated by martial arts novels and the idea of the heroic, rogue figures portrayed in the stories. He was also drawn to the criminal world depicted in films like A Better Tomorrow and The Godfather, and he dreamt of one day living that adventurous life.
At school, he noticed a group of students who formed a gang, and he was eager to join. Initially, they rejected him because of his good grades. But after a confrontation, he earned their respect, and over time, he became known for his fierce fighting style, gaining his own place in the circle.
By 2000, law enforcement had ramped up efforts to crack down on organized crime. Lanzhou’s police chief personally took charge of a special task force to dismantle Ma Bingbing’s operations. After several months of investigation, they gathered enough evidence and arrested key members of Ma Bingbing’s gang, including Rong and Song.
While fleeing, Ma Bingbing received a call from his wife, informing him that their son had died in a car accident. Unable to accept it, Ma Bingbing believed the death was his punishment, and he lost the will to run any longer.
In late 2002, Ma Bingbing was finally arrested in Haikou. His capture was celebrated throughout Lanzhou, with the streets filled with jubilant crowds, as if it were a holiday.
But Ma Bingbing’s case was complex, with numerous charges to be addressed. It took two years to organize all the evidence, and in 2004, he was sentenced to death. His gang members also received their due punishments.
Ma Bingbing had taken so many lives, and in the end, he paid the price for his actions. Justice had caught up with him, and the people of Lanzhou could finally rest easy knowing that a ruthless tyrant had been brought to justice.
That concludes the story of Ma Bingbing. Feel free to leave your comments below.
