Xiaomi SU7 Vandalized by Elderly Man, Damages Exceed ¥5,000—Owner's Parking Photo Sparks Controversy

A Xiaomi SU7 owner posted a video claiming that multiple scratches appeared on the rear right side of their vehicle. After reviewing footage from the car’s Sentry Mode, they discovered that around 7:12 a.m. that day, an elderly man repeatedly scratched the car with a sharp object. The owner stated that the paint protection film was torn and the underlying paint damaged, with estimated damages exceeding RMB 5,000. They have reported the incident to the police, who have accepted the case. The incident drew significant online attention. Some netizens condemned the elderly man’s actions, while others questioned whether the owner had parked in an appropriate location. In response, the owner released another video clarifying that they drive the car away before 8:30 a.m. every day and always leave contact information and a QR code on the vehicle. They also noted that this parking practice is common in the area and does not inconvenience others. This explanation sparked further debate. Some netizens who previously supported the owner now argued that consistently parking this way could lead to neighborhood tensions. However, others emphasized that regardless of whether the parking was compliant, deliberately damaging someone else's property is unacceptable and that the perpetrator should not be exempt from responsibility due to age. They expressed support for the owner pursuing legal accountability.