Hsinchu Hukou Car Accident Involving Substitute Driver: Fugitive Worker Admits Guilt
A car-motorcycle collision in Hukou, Hsinchu County, injured two people. Investigation revealed that a Vietnamese national, Pan, falsely claimed to be the driver. After police intervention, the actual driver, a fugitive Vietnamese worker named Ding, turned himself in and confessed. Both were referred for prosecution.
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Central News Agency Report (Reporter Kuo Hsuan-wen, Hsinchu County, April 12)
The Hsinchu County Police Department's Hsinhu Precinct announced today that a collision between a car and a motorcycle occurred yesterday in Section 2, Bade Road, Hukou Township, injuring a female motorcyclist surnamed Tsai and a young girl surnamed Chiang riding behind her. Both tested negative for alcohol, and drug use was ruled out.
Since the intersection lacked surveillance cameras, police reviewed dashcam footage from nearby vehicles. They discovered that the physical build of the actual driver did not match that of Pan, who had initially claimed to be driving. After being summoned for questioning, Pan admitted to substituting for the real driver.
Following police persuasion, Ding, the actual driver and a fugitive Vietnamese worker, turned himself in and confessed. Ding stated that due to rain, he turned on his fog lights and momentarily lost focus, running a red light. After the accident, he checked on the injured and asked a passerby to call the police. However, fearing exposure as a fugitive worker, he asked Pan to assume the driver's identity and then left the scene on foot.
Police will refer Ding for prosecution on charges of hit-and-run and causing injury by negligence. Pan will also be referred for prosecution on suspicion of providing false information to public officials and acting as a substitute driver. As Ding is an undocumented worker, he will be processed under relevant immigration laws. (Editor: Chen Jen-hua)
The Hsinchu County Police Department's Hsinhu Precinct announced today that a collision between a car and a motorcycle occurred yesterday in Section 2, Bade Road, Hukou Township, injuring a female motorcyclist surnamed Tsai and a young girl surnamed Chiang riding behind her. Both tested negative for alcohol, and drug use was ruled out.
Since the intersection lacked surveillance cameras, police reviewed dashcam footage from nearby vehicles. They discovered that the physical build of the actual driver did not match that of Pan, who had initially claimed to be driving. After being summoned for questioning, Pan admitted to substituting for the real driver.
Following police persuasion, Ding, the actual driver and a fugitive Vietnamese worker, turned himself in and confessed. Ding stated that due to rain, he turned on his fog lights and momentarily lost focus, running a red light. After the accident, he checked on the injured and asked a passerby to call the police. However, fearing exposure as a fugitive worker, he asked Pan to assume the driver's identity and then left the scene on foot.
Police will refer Ding for prosecution on charges of hit-and-run and causing injury by negligence. Pan will also be referred for prosecution on suspicion of providing false information to public officials and acting as a substitute driver. As Ding is an undocumented worker, he will be processed under relevant immigration laws. (Editor: Chen Jen-hua)
FAQ
Who was actually driving in the Hukou accident?
The actual driver was a Vietnamese undocumented worker, Mr. Ding, who fled to avoid detection.
How was the suspect identified without traffic cameras?
Nearby dashcam footage revealed a mismatch in physical build, exposing the cover-up.
What criminal charges apply to driver substitution?
It constitutes falsifying official records and can lead to charges like obstruction of justice.