National Police Agency Launches Nationwide Crackdown on Drug-Impaired Driving, 100 Arrested on First Day
Following a surge in drug-impaired driving incidents, the National Police Agency launched a crackdown on May 24, arresting 100 suspects on the first day.
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Due to frequent drug-impaired driving incidents, the National Police Agency ordered a nationwide crackdown yesterday, launching the "Drug-Impaired Driving and Zombie Drug Combat" project. On the first day, police raided one drug manufacturing site and arrested 14 drug suppliers, 82 users/possessors, and 100 suspects for drug-impaired driving. Executive Yuan spokesperson Lee Hui-chih stated that Premier Cho Jung-tai believes current legal regulations are insufficient and has instructed the Ministry of Justice to conduct a comprehensive review. According to the Criminal Investigation Bureau, the first day of the operation (the 24th) also resulted in the seizure of 302 grams of drugs, 74 drug cartridges, and 6 bottles of drug oil.
FAQ
Is Taiwan cracking down on drug-impaired driving?
Yes, the National Police Agency has launched a nationwide crackdown.