Man Arrested for Throwing Eggs at Ko Wen-je, Released on NT$10,000 Bail

A man surnamed Yu was arrested for throwing eggs at former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je during an event, which also affected two volunteers. The volunteers filed a complaint, and the man was sent to the Taipei District Prosecutors Office. The prosecutor initially set bail at NT$80,000, but after the man could not pay, it was reduced to NT$10,000 on the 24th, allowing his release. The Wanhua Precinct of the Taipei City Police Department stated that Taiwan People's Party city council candidate Wu Yi-hsuan held an event at the entrance of Youth Park on the 23rd. When Ko Wen-je arrived around 3:30 PM, the man threw eggs at his head, and the liquid splashed onto two volunteers. Police subdued the man and took him into custody. The Wanhua Precinct stated that the two volunteers filed a complaint for property damage, and the man was transferred to the Taipei District Prosecutors Office. Police also notified the Parks and Street Lights Office to fine the man for violating park management regulations. It is understood that the man claims to be a well-known influencer and a frequent protester at various events. The prosecutor initially ordered bail at NT$80,000, but because the man could not pay, it was reduced to NT$10,000 at noon the next day, and he was released.