Former top legislator of Zhongxian County in southwest China's Chongqing municipality is under investigation for suspected disciplinary violations, according to state broadcaster 央视网.
Lei Yaping, who previously served as party secretary and director of the Standing Committee of the Zhongxian County People's Congress, is now subject to a review by the disciplinary inspection authorities, 央视网 reported on Sunday.
The announcement did not specify the nature of the alleged violations or provide further details about the case. Such probes are common in China's ongoing anti-corruption campaign, which targets officials at all levels of government and party institutions.
Lei's role placed him at the head of the county's legislative body, a position that oversees local lawmaking and oversight of government work. His tenure in that role ended before the current investigation was made public, though the exact timeline of his service was not disclosed in the report.
The case adds to a steady stream of disciplinary actions announced by Chinese authorities in recent months, reflecting the continued focus on party discipline and integrity. Official media often report such investigations without preliminary comment, leaving the outcome to be determined after the review concludes.
Observers will be watching for further announcements from the disciplinary committee regarding the findings of the investigation and any subsequent action taken against Lei. No additional information has been released at this time.
