Toufen Motorcyclist Flees Police Check, Drives Against Traffic and Runs Red Lights; Drugs Seized
A motorcyclist in Toufen, Miaoli, fled a police check, driving against traffic and running red lights. He was arrested and found in possession of heroin, methamphetamine, and etomidate.
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Officers from the Toufen Precinct of the Miaoli County Police Bureau discovered a motorcyclist (57) acting suspiciously while on patrol. When they attempted to stop him, the man accelerated and fled, driving against traffic and running red lights along the way. After being intercepted by police, multiple types of drugs were found in his bag, including heroin (Category 1), methamphetamine (Category 2), etomidate powder, and e-cigarette cartridges. He was charged with dangerous driving and drug-impaired driving and referred to the Miaoli District Prosecutors Office. The Toufen Precinct noted that from January to May 26 this year, they have already apprehended 88 cases of drug-impaired driving. Precinct Chief Kuo Yi-lung stated that drug-impaired driving is as dangerous as drunk driving and will be strictly enforced.
FAQ
Are traffic penalties strict in Taiwan?
Yes, especially for drunk or drug-impaired driving, which carry heavy fines and license revocation.