YOOZOO(SZ:002174) 3 6 Ke·2025-11-21 00:11Core Points - The case of Xu Yao, former CEO of San Ti Company, involves his conviction for intentional homicide and the use of dangerous substances, leading to a death sentence upheld by the Shanghai High Court [1][2][4] - Xu Yao's actions included multiple instances of poisoning, resulting in the death of Lin Qi, the chairman of Youzu Network, and poisoning four others [4][5][6] - The investigation revealed Xu Yao's extensive planning and execution of the poisoning, including the purchase of various toxic substances and the use of forged documents [4][41][42] - Lin Qi's death was confirmed to be caused by poisoning with pufferfish toxin and other lethal substances, leading to significant media and market reactions [66][67][69] Group 1 - Xu Yao was sentenced to death for intentional homicide and a six-year prison term for the use of dangerous substances, with the death sentence upheld by the appellate court [1][4][5] - The poisoning incident occurred in December 2020, with Xu Yao being arrested shortly after Lin Qi's hospitalization [2][55] - Xu Yao's background includes a law degree and experience in high-profile legal positions, which may have contributed to his ability to execute the crime [8][9][10] Group 2 - Lin Qi was a prominent figure in the gaming industry, having founded Youzu Network and acquired the rights to adapt the "Three-Body" series into various media [12][14][15] - The "Three-Body" IP was highly valued, and Xu Yao played a significant role in securing its rights for Youzu, which later became a point of contention between him and Lin Qi [16][18][20] - The financial performance of San Ti Company, which Xu Yao led, was reportedly poor, leading to tensions with Lin Qi and contributing to the motive for the crime [20][21][22] Group 3 - Xu Yao's relationship with Lin Qi deteriorated over time, particularly as Lin Qi sought to consolidate control over the company and its subsidiaries [22][24][30] - Evidence indicated that Xu Yao conducted extensive research on toxic substances and even rented a warehouse to facilitate his plans [25][26][41] - The investigation revealed that Xu Yao had been purchasing toxic substances online, using forged documents to bypass regulations [41][42][60]