Introduction: A seemingly ordinary engagement ceremony has evolved into a tragic dispute. An engagement farce in Datong, Shanxi Province finally ended with the man being sentenced to three years in prison for the crime of **, but the story behind it is full of twists and turns and controversy. This article will delve into the details of this case and restore the full picture of the incident.
Chapter 1: The Beauty of the Engagement**
In January 2023, the man and the woman met through a marriage agency, and after just four months of getting along, the two parties decided to hold an engagement ceremony, and a family reunion and two young hearts embraced each other. However, the details in the engagement agreement hide an element of distrust. Although the bride price agreed by the parents was 200,000 yuan, due to the man's financial reasons, he actually paid 100,000 yuan and an engagement ring of more than 7 grams. The agreement also stipulates that another 100,000 yuan must be paid when the marriage is officially married, and the woman's name will be added to the marriage room after one year. All this seems to be harmonious on the surface, but in fact it reveals the contradictions between the two families.
Chapter 2: Engagement Night with Escalating Conflicts**
The day after the engagement, the man's family held a homecoming banquet to symbolize the imminent marriage. However, that night, the man made a request with the woman, which triggered a dispute between the two parties. The woman repeatedly expressed her reluctance to have a relationship, but the man insisted on his wishes and finally resorted to forcible behavior. During this process, the woman suffered multiple injuries on her body, including obvious bruises. The woman tried to flee but was dragged back into the house by the man, which was shown on surveillance footage. The woman later called the police, but her mobile phone was taken away by the man at that time and she could not immediately ask for help.
Chapter III: Judgments of the Court**
After several months of trial in this case, the court finally found the man guilty of **, but also considered that the two had a romantic relationship, and the man turned himself in and admitted his fault, so he was sentenced to three years in prison. The court's verdict was based on the conviction of **, although the two were not officially married, but legally constituted a ** crime. This case has aroused widespread concern in the society, and people's disputes over the fairness and protection of the law have also arisen.
Chapter 4: Contradictory Versions**
However, there are contradictions between the different versions of the case. The man's parents claimed in the early days that the woman might be suspected of "cheating marriage", but the official report and ** investigation showed the truth of the case. The woman called the police on the night of the crime, and there were surveillance footage and obvious injuries as evidence, which made the man's defense untenable. Although the parties had negotiated, they were unable to reach an agreement, which led to a final court decision.
Chapter 5: Reflections and Lessons**
This engagement farce is thought-provoking. Although the two met through matchmaking for a short time, the engagement agreement was full of elements of mutual distrust. When the conflict broke out, the two sides failed to resolve it properly, which ultimately led to an unfortunate ending. This case has sparked a discussion in society about marriage, sexual relations and legal responsibility, and reminds us to be more cautious and rational in our relationships and marriage. The law protects the rights and interests of victims, regardless of the marital status of both parties, but it is essential to establish a healthy, equal and respectful relationship to avoid the recurrence of similar incidents.
Conclusion: The outcome of this case is not perfect, but it teaches us that feelings and marriages should not be built on distrust and coercion. When seeking legal protection, you should also pay attention to your own safety and rights. It is hoped that this case will trigger more people to think about sexual relations and marriage, so as to promote healthier, equal and respectful social relations.