Xu , a former vice chairman of the Central Military Commission , dies of bladder cancer . The official was the most senior military leader to face corruption charges in recent memory . - May 10 : A man is killed and two others are injured when an explosion occurs at a chemical plant near Shanghai's Pudong district. Xu took advantage of his position to promote others and take bribes .
Xu , a former vice chairman of the Central Military Commission , dies of bladder cancer . The official was the most senior military leader to face corruption charges in recent memory . Statement : Xu took advantage of his position to promote others and take bribes .