Driver Under Influence of Etomidate Causes 3-Vehicle Collision, 5 Injured in Taoyuan

Taoyuan City Police Department's Bade Precinct reported that a three-vehicle collision occurred on the evening of the 20th. A male driver surnamed Chang, operating a light truck, struck two passenger vehicles waiting at a red light, resulting in minor injuries to five individuals. Chang tested positive for etomidate during a rapid drug screening, and one vape cartridge was seized. He has been referred to the Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office for investigation.

A video of the incident surfaced on Threads, sparking public concern over the frequency of drug-impaired driving. Witnesses expressed frustration over the suspect's behavior following the crash.

Bade Traffic Division Chief Chen Chien-ming stated that the incident occurred at approximately 6:47 PM on Rongxing South Road. The five victims were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. While all drivers involved passed alcohol breathalyzer tests, police noticed signs of impairment in Chang. The suspect is being processed for charges related to the Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act and endangering public safety. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to intensifying enforcement against drug-impaired driving to ensure road safety.