Easyhome chairman Wang Linpeng dead at 57

Wang Linpeng, chairman of China's leading home furnishing retailer Easyhome New Retail and former richest man in Hubei province, died by suicide on Sunday at the age of 57, mainland media reported.

Wang was ranked 2,188th on this year's Hurun Global Rich List with an estimated fortune of 12.5 billion yuan (HK$15.50 billion). He previously held a net worth of 36.8 billion yuan (HK$40.38 billion) as Hubei's richest man.

Easyhome said on April 18 that Wang had been placed under detention, sparking market concern. On July 23, the company said the detention was lifted and replaced by supervision during investigation, and that Wang had returned to his duties.

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If you or someone you know has suicidal thoughts, help is available. Dial 2896 0000 for The Samaritans or 2382 2007 for Suicide Prevention Services.   

You can also call Suicide Prevention Services at 2382 0000 or CEASE Crisis Centre of Tung Wah Groups of Hospitals at 18281.

The government hotline 18111 can provide support for people with mental health needs and render immediate mental health support and referral services.