2 women, 32 & 66, kick & pull hair in fight over seat on relatively empty Shanghai subway, police called in

Two women were seen fighting inside a subway train in Shanghai, China, after a dispute over a seat escalated into a physical altercation.

Police have since opened an investigation into the incident.

Argument reportedly started over seat

According to 8world, the incident took place at around 2pm on Apr. 25 inside a carriage on Shanghai Metro Line 1.

The two individuals involved were a 32-year-old woman and a 66-year-old woman.

Initial police investigations found that the pair first argued over a seat before the dispute escalated into a physical fight.

Kicking, pushing and hair-pulling captured on video

Videos circulating online show the argument quickly escalating into a physical fight inside the train carriage.

At one point, the younger woman appeared to kick at the older woman as both grabbed each other’s arms and clothing. The pair were later seen pulling each other’s hair and grappling in the aisle while nearby passengers looked on.

As the scuffle intensified, several passengers stood up and attempted to separate them.

Personal belongings, including a handbag and small items, were also seen scattered on the train floor during the altercation.

As the scuffle intensified and continued near the row of seats, several passengers intervened to pull them apart.

上海轨交1号线车厢内，32岁女子和一个66岁大妈，因抢座位大打出手！

目前，警方已行政立案处理。

看视频，这年轻女子，完全不是大妈对手啊。

所以说上班的确实没退休的身体状态好是真的 pic.twitter.com/sf82BOZ3KM

— 加密Krystal (@Krystal_Eth) April 26, 2026

Police opened administrative case

Witnesses said the carriage became chaotic during the incident before subway staff stepped in and reported the matter to authorities, according to 8world.

Police later confirmed they had opened an administrative case and would handle the matter in accordance with the law.

They also reminded commuters to remain calm while travelling on public transport and avoid escalating disputes over minor issues.

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