On September 18, Yimou, a lawyer of a law firm in Beijing, issued a statement saying that he had "acted as the legal adviser to Ms. XinXin Zhai and handled all her legal affairs related to Su Xiangmao's suicide".
In the lawyer's statement issued in September18, Yimou said that he would strictly abide by the lawyer's practice discipline and professional ethics according to facts and laws and safeguard Zhai Mouxin's legitimate rights and interests. We are carefully studying the evidence provided by Ms. XinXin Zhai.
According to the statement, after Mr. Su Xiangmao committed suicide, Ms. XinXin Zhai silently endured misunderstandings and personal attacks from outside based on the traditional custom of "the dead are the biggest". Despite tremendous mental pressure, Ms. XinXin Zhai did not give any explanation. "Because of information asymmetry, most netizens expressed their views on Su Xiangmao's suicide out of pure justice and goodwill. No matter what you think about this matter, we understand. "
At the same time, the statement said, "We have noticed that a few netizens use illegal means to conduct human flesh search and disclose citizens' personal information, which seriously interferes with the normal work and life of Ms. XinXin Zhai and her family; Some media (including self-media) fabricated and spread false facts, insulting and slandering Ms. XinXin Zhai. These acts have constituted infringement and even criminal offences. We suggest that the above-mentioned individuals and media immediately stop the illegal acts against Ms. XinXin Zhai, delete the infringing information and eliminate the adverse effects; All online platforms will actively delete information that infringes on XinXin Zhai's rights and interests. Individuals, media and platforms that stop infringing or delete infringing information before 24:00 on September 17 will no longer be held accountable. "
In the lawyer's statement, Yimou said that it will start collecting and fixing relevant evidence at 0: 00 on September 20 17 19, and investigate the legal responsibilities of illegal personnel, media and platforms that infringe Ms. XinXin Zhai's legitimate rights and interests, and will not tolerate them. At the same time, he said, "We know that the agent entrusted by Su Xiangmao's family is an excellent lawyer whom we respect and trust. We are willing to negotiate with an open mind and communicate fully to help both sides and their families eliminate misunderstandings and resolve hostility. We believe that through the joint efforts of lawyers from both sides, this case will definitely return to the rational and legal level and finally be properly resolved. "