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Taipei mayor backs anti-scalping measures for concerts
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an supports measures against ticket scalping amid Jay Chou concert issues. A proposed law amendment suggests a real-name ticketing system.
2024/10/28 14:40
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Premier Cho mourns fallen officer, urges support for family
Premier Cho Jung-tai urges support for the family of a police officer killed in New Taipei City. A female driver, found with drugs, fatally struck the officer.
2024/10/01 16:57
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Range anxiety plagues Taipei’s electric scooter fleet
Discover how the Taipei City Police Department’s shift to electric scooters, aiming for environmental sustainability, faces challenges like "range anxiety" and maintenance issues, despite growing its fleet.
2024/09/09 16:46
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Taipei court to review Ko Wen-je’s case amid tight security
Discover the latest on the Taipei District Court’s hearing for the Core Pacific City case involving Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je, set for 9:30 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 5. The court will address procedural matters amid tight security with 400 officers deployed.
2024/09/05 09:48
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Taipei Metro suspends staff after drug find
Taipei Metro response to a drug-related incident at Nanshijiao station, including employee suspensions and ongoing investigations for passenger safety.
2024/07/15 10:53
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AI scam tricks Andy Lau fan into paying NT$2.64M
Here is a summary of the news story in 4 sentences, each under 50 characters: Woman scammed by AI-generated Andy Lau. She lost NT$2.64 million to the scammers. Police arrested a woman during cash handover. The arrested woman was also tricked by scammers.
2024/06/28 11:00
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Taipei police to deploy 500 officers for rally on Friday
Discover the latest on Taipei’s Legislative Yuan vote on legislative reform and the expected rallies by the Bluebird Movement and Blue Eagle Movement, with 500 officers deployed for peace.
2024/06/20 17:44
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Taipei police department welcomes new commissioner
Discover the latest leadership change at the Taipei City Police Department with Commissioner Li Hsi-ho taking charge. Mayor Chiang Wan-an emphasizes traffic safety and crime prevention for 2024. Learn more about their plans for a safer Taipei.
2024/06/06 17:58
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Taipei police near breakthrough in food poisoning mystery
The Taipei City Police Department is close to a breakthrough in the Polam Kopitiam food poisoning case, with officials stating no poison was found in samples, and only a Vietnamese chef’s hands tested positive for Bongkrek acid. The case remains under investigation, with all possible leads being explored.
2024/04/18 16:19
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Taipei mayor takes action on suspected daycare child abuse
In Taipei, a child under one year old underwent successful emergency surgery for a subdural hematoma, sparking concerns of potential child abuse. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has mobilized the Department of Health and police to investigate, with the daycare center temporarily suspended. The case’s complexities, including the timing of the injuries and responsibilities of the parents or nanny, are under scrutiny as authorities aim for a swift resolution and the child’s recovery.
2024/04/12 10:59
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Taipei taxi fares rise for Lunar New Year celebrations
During the Lunar New Year holiday from Feb. 5 to Feb. 14, taxi fares in Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung City will increase by an additional NT$30 per ride. Stickers with clear notices about the fare changes will be placed on the back of co-driver’s seats to inform passengers. Cab drivers are prohibited from refusing passengers or taking longer routes, and passengers have the right to inquire about the chosen route. The Taipei City Government Police Department has a hotline for reporting issues at (02) 2311-6409, or residents can dial 110. Other cities and counties, such as Taoyuan, Taichung, Tainan, Nantou, Changhua, and Kaohsiung, will also adjust their taxi fares, with an extra NT$50 per ride. In Hsinchu and Miaoli, fares will increase by 30% based on the original pricing scheme.
2024/02/05 11:27
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Taipei mayor vows to improve council ties after budget block
Chiang Wan-an vows to enhance communication with the council after his budget proposals, including the "Taipei International Music Festival" and free 30-minute YouBike rides, were rejected. He hopes council members will understand the purpose of the budget plans and is open to making adjustments based on their views. Chiang remains committed to better communication, particularly regarding the music festival and YouBike service. He appreciates the recommendations made by councilors during the budget review process and assures that the city government will be open-minded and make appropriate adjustments.
2024/01/29 14:08
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New Taipei reiterates no mask mandate after toddler’s death
A toddler’s tragic death at a public kindergarten in New Taipei City has sparked debate and confusion over whether toddlers should wear masks. The child’s family suspects that the mask may have become wet with tears, leading to asphyxiation. The Social Welfare Department clarified that only hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and senior care centers are required to follow the mask regulation. The family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the kindergarten director and two caregivers, who have been summoned by the police for further investigation.
2024/01/25 10:14
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Police urges New Year’s Eve safety with anti-trampling teams
The Xinyi Precinct of the Taipei City Police Department has established an anti-trampling team in high-density areas around the Taipei 101 fireworks display to ensure safety during New Year’s Eve celebrations. Drone interceptors will be used to force unauthorized drones to land. Mobile police stations will be set up at five major venues, providing services such as traffic control and lost and found handling. Anti-trampling teams will be organized in key areas, and LED signs, megaphones, whistles, and strong lighting equipment will be used for emergency evacuations. Prompt intervention and contact with on-site paramedics will occur in cases of overcrowding or falling incidents.
2023/12/30 16:50
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Education Dept. confirms death of stabbed student
A junior high school student in New Taipei City has tragically died after being stabbed by another student. The victim suffered five knife wounds to his neck and lungs, despite receiving emergency treatment at the hospital. The incident occurred after a female student, who felt rebuked by the victim, recruited a male student to retaliate. The victim was stabbed twice in the lungs and neck, resulting in significant blood loss. Speculation of his death was confirmed by the Education Department. Following this incident, the department has pledged to strengthen measures to ensure student safety, including dispatching counselors and social workers for follow-up guidance and collaboration with police agencies. The Education Department is also providing support to the victim’s family through legal consultation and coordination with relevant departments. Additionally, efforts will be made to enhance teachers’ campus security capabilities.
2023/12/27 10:45
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Investigation begins into Taipei policeman’s sudden death
A male police officer was found dead in his bedroom at the National Police Agency’s Special Police Sixth Headquarters in Taipei’s Zhongzheng district. The Taipei City Fire Department is conducting a primary investigation into the incident, with the possible cause of death believed to be sudden death triggered by cold weather. Paramedics confirmed the officer’s death upon arrival. While initial reports suggest the cold weather may have played a role, the exact cause of death is still under investigation. Further details will be released following a more thorough probe.
2023/12/26 21:45
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Police: Students found with weapons to face criminal charges
Students in Tucheng Precinct of New Taipei City Police Department who are found with harmful weapons like knives will face legal consequences under the Criminal Code of the Republic of China, Social Order Maintenance Act, and Juvenile Justice Act. Recently, a student named Kuo and a girl named Lin were arrested on suspicion of instigating a serious crime, and they are currently being investigated for an attempted murder case. They have been sent to a juvenile court for trial. Kuo, accused of slashing the throat of a classmate named Yang, has been detained, while Lin has been held responsible. In response to the incident, Tucheng police and the school have increased patrols on campus and provided psychological counseling for students who witnessed the event.
2023/12/26 11:37
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Ed. Bureau Director visits victim of campus knife attack
The director of the New Taipei City Education Bureau, Chang Ming-wen, changed his plans to visit a middle school student at the Far Eastern Memorial Hospital after the student was attacked on campus. The student, from a junior high school in Tucheng District, is in intensive care with serious injuries from a throat-slashing incident. The attack occurred when a male student confronted a female student during lunchtime, leading to verbal and physical assault. The male student used a folding knife to inflict multiple wounds on the victim, causing severe blood loss and cardiac arrest. The school principal stated that the altercation stemmed from discontentment with noise during lunch break. Police are investigating whether there were previous tensions between the students involved. The Education Bureau has prioritized the victim’s recovery and provided full medical assistance, as well as support to the family. Supervisors, social workers, and psychologists were dispatched to the school for assistance, and preliminary counseling has been offered to the students involved. The bureau has also called for increased attention to the affected students and enhanced campus security to ensure their physical and psychological safety.
2023/12/26 10:36
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Teen remanded, accomplice under guardianship after stabbing
A teenager involved in a knife attack on a fellow student has been remanded in custody, while another teen accused of incitement has been placed under guardianship, as ruled by a youth court on Tuesday (Dec. 26). The attack occurred the day before at a junior high school in New Taipei City, leaving the victim with a severe neck wound, resulting in significant blood loss and, at one point, signs of life ceased. Investigations revealed that the accused is a third-grade junior high school student surnamed Kuo. Allegedly, he attacked to defend a female student who had been reprimanded by the victim. The girl had entered the victim’s classroom in search of a friend and was reprimanded for not being in the correct class. The victim was revived after five hours of treatment at Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, officials reported. Kuo and the girl, originally under investigation for offenses related to causing injury, had their charges escalated to "attempted murder" late on Monday, given the critical danger the victim faced. The police believe that the two had the intention to kill.
2023/12/26 10:01
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Taipei mayor defends assembly ban on TPP supporters
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an defends his administration’s adherence to the law after Taiwan People’s Party supporters were denied permission to hold a public assembly in front of Democratic Progressive Party presidential candidate Lai Ching-te’s campaign headquarters. The review process for such applications, overseen by the Taipei City Government’s New Construction Office in collaboration with the Taipei City Police Department, follows regulations established before 2017. Chiang refutes accusations of leniency in a past scandal and asserts that both the police department and the NCO exercise their authority impartially, upholding administrative neutrality.
2023/12/20 19:32
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New Taipei police intercept NT$147M in fraud
The New Taipei City Police Bureau announced that NT$147.19 million was intercepted from potential fraud in October and November 2023, bringing the total amount of prevented fraud in New Taipei to NT$700 million. Deputy Mayor Chu Ti-chih urged local law enforcement to continue cracking down on illegal activities and emphasized the significant decrease in traffic fatalities in 2023. From January to September, there were 188 vehicle accident-related deaths, a 20% reduction compared to the same period last year. Notably, the number of elderly traffic fatalities dropped by 36%, the highest reduction nationwide.
2023/12/12 17:58
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Elderly man’s 350km wrong turn ends in New Taipei
A 71-year-old man from Kaohsiung, Taiwan, accidentally rode his motorbike for 38 hours, covering 350 kilometers, after taking a wrong turn while returning home from visiting his daughter in Taitung. Physically exhausted, he sought help from a local shop in Sanxia, New Taipei City, where the storekeepers contacted the police. Reluctant to trouble his daughter, the man initially withheld her contact information, but eventually provided it after the officers communicated with him. Since his daughter couldn’t reach him quickly, she asked relatives in northern Taiwan to assist. The police took care of the man at the station until his relatives arrived to ensure his safe return home. This incident highlights the compassionate response from the authorities and the community to an elder’s misadventure.
2023/12/09 14:06
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Taipei police: no illegal bot use in baseball ticket sales
Taipei City Police Department reports no cases of illegal ticket-purchasing bots linked to the ongoing Asian Baseball Championship. Concerns raised by fans about "ticket grabbing bots" with instruction manuals. Consumers face challenges competing against automated systems to buy tickets. Legal gap leaves bots unpunishable. Baseball game tickets not protected against scalping. Taipei city officials urge fans not to buy tickets from scalpers.
2023/12/07 18:17
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Cheng’s alleged hotel video eludes deepfake verification
Taipei City Police Department’s Zhongzheng First Precinct announced that the videos allegedly showing Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan entering a hotel with a woman were assessed as "inconclusive" for deepfake tampering. The examination, completed on November 8 and presented on November 18, concluded that it was impossible to determine the potential of deepfake manipulation in the videos. The case is currently being investigated by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office. The allegations arose from a series of photos and videos posted on social media on October 24, claiming that Cheng had attended parties in Macau and checked into a hotel room with a young woman during his time as a Democratic Progressive Party official in Taoyuan in 2011. In response, Cheng issued a statement asserting that he was not the person depicted in the videos, stating that the footage was old and edited. On October 26, the vice premier filed a defamation lawsuit with the Zhongzheng First Precinct, requesting a forensic examination for deepfakes.
2023/11/27 15:35
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New Taipei allocates NT$17M yearly for school volunteers
The New Taipei City Education Department has been allocating an annual budget of NT$17 million to subsidize volunteer activities at schools, including the purchase of guide and protective equipment. The department also ensures the safety of school volunteers by coordinating the procurement of insurance for them every year. This response comes after concerns were raised by New Taipei City Councilor Huang Shu-chun about the discrepancy between the budget for volunteer equipment and the actual number of volunteers. Huang pointed out that the current budget provides equipment for over 5,000 volunteers, despite an estimated 32,000 volunteers on the roster. Huang also compared the benefits granted to school social workers with those provided for police civil defense, neighborhood chiefs, and patrol teams. While school social workers receive an average of NT$495, the others receive a volunteer reward of NT$3,840. Huang emphasized the need to review and improve the system in order to address concerns about a potential reduction in volunteers and difficulties in recruitment and retention.
2023/11/22 17:06