26th August 2026 – (Handan) Mainland media on 24th August reported that a display car at the MillerCity shopping centre in Handan unexpectedly rolled backwards, broke through a protective barrier and mounted an escalator, leaving the rear section hanging above the lower level. Footage circulating online shows the vehicle’s back wheels perched at the edge of the floor with shattered glass and guardrail debris visible below. Witnesses described a loud bang that caused brief panic among shoppers, though no one was hurt and the surrounding area was clear at the moment of impact.
The incident occurred on 23rd August during an auto showcase featuring a Mercedes‑Benz saloon. Staff confirmed the vehicle belonged to their dealership and said there were no casualties. The company did not provide a detailed explanation for the malfunction and indicated the cause remains under review. Mall representatives said the situation had been handled, business was operating as normal and the broken guardrail had been repaired.
