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Taiwan considers AI screening at transit hubs after attack
A random attack in Taipei left three dead and six injured, prompting officials to consider AI safety checks in public transport. Enhanced security measures are underway.2025/12/22 18:18 -

Latest: Five remain hospitalized after Taipei knife attack
Five victims remain hospitalized, including two in critical condition, following a random knife attack at Taipei’s MRT Main Station that killed four people on Friday. Police characterize suspect Chang Wen as a copycat killer inspired by Taiwan’s 2014 mass transit killing. Taipei Mayor announces NT$5 million compensation for the hero who died stopping the attacker. Taiwan raises nationwide security amid concerns about copycat incidents.2025/12/20 20:49 -

What we know: Knife attack kills three at Taipei metro
A knife-wielding man killed three people and injured five others in a random attack across two Taipei metro stations Friday before falling to his death. Chang Wen, 27, threw smoke grenades and Molotov cocktails at Taipei Main Station before attacking people at Zhongshan Station. Authorities deployed 200 police officers across the transit system following the rampage.2025/12/19 23:46 -

Smoke bomb injures one at Taipei Main Station, disrupts MRT
Smoke bomb disrupts Taipei Main Station, injuring one and causing chaos. Emergency services respond swiftly, and Bannan Line resumes normal operations.2025/12/19 18:03 -

Taiwan boosts transit security for World Masters Games
New Taipei City police launch a security operation at key MRT stations for the 2025 World Masters Games. Enhanced patrols aim to ensure safety for 25,000 athletes.2025/05/15 15:22 -

Norwegian man caught smuggling marijuana in Taiwan
Taiwan authorities intercepted a Norwegian man smuggling 25.5 kg of marijuana during a September transit. The suspect faces charges under Taiwan’s Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act.2024/11/26 11:31 -

Mayor awards free metro passes to brave citizens
New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih awarded certificates and metro passes to citizens and officers for bravery during a knife attack on the Taipei Metro. Enhanced security measures are planned.2024/11/13 13:50 -

Taichung MRT ramps up security after stabbing incident
Discover how Taichung City Police Department is enhancing MRT security with 112 officers patrolling daily after a stabbing incident, aiming to ensure passenger safety and restore confidence in public transit.2024/05/23 16:22 -

Official addresses public transport safety after TMRT attack
Explore the latest on Taiwan’s public transportation safety concerns following a stabbing on the Taichung Metro. Officials address security measures and the call for increased police presence.2024/05/22 14:03



