Man under influence of drugs evades police, injures officer, and is detained by Pingtung District Prosecutors Office
In Pingtung, a man driving under the influence of ketamine evaded a police check, injured an officer, and was subsequently detained.
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A 31-year-old man in Pingtung County, who had used ketamine, was found illegally parked in the wrong direction. When police attempted to inspect him, he drove his vehicle into the officer, causing leg injuries, and fled. The man was later arrested, and drug tests confirmed his use of ketamine. The Pingtung District Prosecutors Office requested his detention, citing a high risk of recidivism, which the court approved.
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What are the penalties for drug-impaired driving in Taiwan?
Penalties are severe, and repeat offenders are likely to face detention and imprisonment.