 Christian Solidarity Worldwide also considered the death to be "suspicious", and refuted the official account as Li's health was very good prior to his death.The death served to return attention to China's human rights record and the welfare of those who oppose the authorities.The government's treatment of Li was already under scrutiny following the assault perpetrated by men with alleged ties to the Communist Party of China in 2016, and further threats which had allegedly been levied against him.