Sun An-tso Questioned by Shilin District Prosecutors Office After Posting Video of Self-Made Flamethrower Test
Sun An-tso, son of actor Sun Peng, posted a video on social media testing a homemade flamethrower, prompting an investigation by prosecutors and police. Sun An-tso and a friend were arrested and are being questioned at the Shilin District Prosecutors Office.
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Central News Agency, Taipei, 16th - Sun An-tso, son of actor Sun Peng, and a friend tested a homemade flamethrower by a riverbank and posted a video on a social media platform, leading to their arrest by prosecutors and police today. The two were transferred to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office for further questioning this afternoon, and prosecutors will subsequently decide on measures such as bail or detention.
Sun An-tso (now renamed Sun Chien-hao) and his friend, surnamed Chen, were arrested today. After the Taipei City Police Department's Beitou Branch completed their interrogation, the two were handcuffed and transported in separate police vehicles to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office around 4 p.m. for questioning by the prosecutor. The electronic display board at the Shilin District Prosecutors Office indicated that the two are suspected of violating the Controlling Guns, Ammunition and Knives Act.
According to a press release from the Taipei City Police Department's Beitou Branch, a well-known internet celebrity recently posted a video on a social media platform showing the testing of a flamethrower by the Beitou Creek. The massive flame effect, coupled with the proximity to public roads and residences, raised public safety concerns.
The Beitou Branch of the Taipei City Police Department reported the case to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office for command, in accordance with the Code of Criminal Procedure. This morning, the prosecutor directed the Beitou Branch 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 suspicion of intimidating the public and public endangerment. The Beitou Branch stated that the area where the incident occurred is surrounded by low shrubs, and if a fire were accidentally started, the consequences would be dire.
The police stated that the public should not follow suit and imitate such acts. Manufacturing lethal weapons is against the law and will cause social panic. If suspicious persons or objects are found, the public should immediately call 110 to report. Upon receiving a report, police will quickly arrive at the scene to investigate and protect the lives and property of citizens. (Editor: Long Po-an) 1150516
Sun An-tso (now renamed Sun Chien-hao) and his friend, surnamed Chen, were arrested today. After the Taipei City Police Department's Beitou Branch completed their interrogation, the two were handcuffed and transported in separate police vehicles to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office around 4 p.m. for questioning by the prosecutor. The electronic display board at the Shilin District Prosecutors Office indicated that the two are suspected of violating the Controlling Guns, Ammunition and Knives Act.
According to a press release from the Taipei City Police Department's Beitou Branch, a well-known internet celebrity recently posted a video on a social media platform showing the testing of a flamethrower by the Beitou Creek. The massive flame effect, coupled with the proximity to public roads and residences, raised public safety concerns.
The Beitou Branch of the Taipei City Police Department reported the case to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office for command, in accordance with the Code of Criminal Procedure. This morning, the prosecutor directed the Beitou Branch 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 suspicion of intimidating the public and public endangerment. The Beitou Branch stated that the area where the incident occurred is surrounded by low shrubs, and if a fire were accidentally started, the consequences would be dire.
The police stated that the public should not follow suit and imitate such acts. Manufacturing lethal weapons is against the law and will cause social panic. If suspicious persons or objects are found, the public should immediately call 110 to report. Upon receiving a report, police will quickly arrive at the scene to investigate and protect the lives and property of citizens. (Editor: Long Po-an) 1150516