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Researcher Flees Home, Claims Virus Was Deliberately Released

12/7/2025

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In April 2020, Dr. Li-Meng Yan, a researcher at the University of Hong Kong, experienced severe anxiety.
Her husband, Dr. Ranawaka Perera, worried about her health as she questioned the mainstream theory that the virus originated from a Wuhan animal market.
Yan believed the Chinese government deliberately created and released the virus.
Despite his support, Yan eventually left their home, leaving behind a cryptic note.

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Story summary

In April 2020, Dr. Li-Meng Yan, a researcher at the University of Hong Kong, experienced severe anxiety.
Her husband, Dr. Ranawaka Perera, worried about her health as she questioned the mainstream theory that the virus originated from a Wuhan animal market.
Yan believed the Chinese government deliberately created and released the virus.
Despite his support, Yan eventually left their home, leaving behind a cryptic note.