(Central News reporter Huang Li-yun, Taipei, June 16) A saw attack occurred today at Exit K7 of Taipei Main Station. A homeless man surnamed Hsu, upset over his wife's close relationship with another homeless man surnamed Tsai, attacked Tsai with a saw, causing injury before fleeing the scene. No other members of the public were affected. Police responded immediately, deploying a rapid response unit to apprehend the suspect.
At 8:07 a.m. today, the Zhongxiao West Road Police Station of the Taipei City Police Department's Zhongzheng First Precinct received a report of a public dispute involving weapons at Exit K7 of Taipei Station and immediately dispatched a rapid response team to the scene.
By the time officers arrived, the altercation had ended. Follow-up investigations revealed the incident stemmed from a love triangle involving two male and one female homeless individuals.
According to the investigation, Hsu, angered by his wife Wang's close association with Tsai, impulsively attacked Tsai with a saw, injuring his back before fleeing. No other civilians were injured during the incident.
Police later apprehended Hsu and seized the saw used in the attack. Wang stated that she was merely chatting with Tsai at the time and did not anticipate her husband would resort to violence. As Tsai did not file a formal complaint, Hsu was questioned and subsequently referred to the Taipei District Prosecutors Office on charges of intimidation.
The Zhongzheng First Precinct urged the public to remain calm and avoid physical confrontations during disputes to prevent legal consequences. Police maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward violent disturbances to ensure community safety. (Editor: Hsiao Po-wen) 1150616
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- Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
- Category: Taiwan