Sun An Tso Flamethrower Test Case: Prosecutors Request Detention and Communication Ban
Sun An Tso, son of actor Sun Peng, was arrested on suspicion of testing a homemade flamethrower. Prosecutors have requested his detention and a ban on communication, citing risks of evidence tampering and repeat offenses.
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(Central News Agency, Taipei, 16th, by reporter Liu Shih-yi) Sun An Tso, son of actor Sun Peng, is suspected of testing a homemade flamethrower by a riverbank and posting a video. The Shilin District Prosecutors Office directed the police to arrest Sun today. After questioning in the evening, prosecutors determined there was a risk of collusion and repeated offenses, and have applied to the court for his detention and a communication ban.
The Shilin District Prosecutors Office stated that the defendant, Sun An Tso, is suspected of multiple crimes, including intimidating the public under Article 151 of the Criminal Code, attempted arson under Article 173, paragraphs 3 and 1, endangering public transport by other means under Article 185, paragraph 1, and possession of a lethal firearm and a prohibited replica gun under the Controlling Guns, Ammunition and Knives Act. There is sufficient evidence to believe he may flee, destroy evidence, collude with others, or commit repeat offenses, leading to the application for detention and a communication ban.
The Beitou Precinct of the Taipei City Police Department issued a press release stating that a well-known influencer recently posted a video on social media of a flamethrower test by the Beitou riverbank. The flame effect was massive, and its proximity to public roads and residences raised public safety concerns.
The Beitou Precinct reported the case to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office for command, in accordance with the Code of Criminal Procedure. This morning, prosecutors directed the Beitou Precinct and the Taipei City Criminal Investigation Division to arrest Sun and another person.
After questioning, the police will transfer the two to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office for investigation on charges of intimidating the public and public endangerment. The Beitou Precinct stated that the area around the incident is surrounded by low shrubs, and a fire could have had unimaginable consequences.
Sun An Tso (who has changed his name to Sun Chien-hao) and his friend, surnamed Chen, were handcuffed and transported in separate police vehicles to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office around 4 p.m. today for questioning by the prosecutor. The prosecutor has applied for the detention and communication ban for Sun An Tso, while Mr. Chen is still being questioned. (Editor: Chang Ming-kun) 1150516
The Shilin District Prosecutors Office stated that the defendant, Sun An Tso, is suspected of multiple crimes, including intimidating the public under Article 151 of the Criminal Code, attempted arson under Article 173, paragraphs 3 and 1, endangering public transport by other means under Article 185, paragraph 1, and possession of a lethal firearm and a prohibited replica gun under the Controlling Guns, Ammunition and Knives Act. There is sufficient evidence to believe he may flee, destroy evidence, collude with others, or commit repeat offenses, leading to the application for detention and a communication ban.
The Beitou Precinct of the Taipei City Police Department issued a press release stating that a well-known influencer recently posted a video on social media of a flamethrower test by the Beitou riverbank. The flame effect was massive, and its proximity to public roads and residences raised public safety concerns.
The Beitou Precinct reported the case to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office for command, in accordance with the Code of Criminal Procedure. This morning, prosecutors directed the Beitou Precinct and the Taipei City Criminal Investigation Division to arrest Sun and another person.
After questioning, the police will transfer the two to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office for investigation on charges of intimidating the public and public endangerment. The Beitou Precinct stated that the area around the incident is surrounded by low shrubs, and a fire could have had unimaginable consequences.
Sun An Tso (who has changed his name to Sun Chien-hao) and his friend, surnamed Chen, were handcuffed and transported in separate police vehicles to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office around 4 p.m. today for questioning by the prosecutor. The prosecutor has applied for the detention and communication ban for Sun An Tso, while Mr. Chen is still being questioned. (Editor: Chang Ming-kun) 1150516