DistantNews
Support us
๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ Taiwan /Crime & Justice

Drunk Driver Arrested in Kaohsiung with 146 Packets of 'Minions' Drug Coffee

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • A driver in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, was arrested for driving under the influence and causing a head-on collision.
  • Police found 146 packets of "Minions"-themed drug-laced coffee in his vehicle.
  • The driver tested positive for new psychoactive substances and faces charges for drug offenses and reckless endangerment.

A 26-year-old man in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is facing serious charges after driving under the influence and causing a traffic accident. The incident occurred when the man, identified by the surname Sun, was driving his car against traffic on Qingfeng 3rd Road in the Nanzi District. His vehicle collided with a parked car, fortunately resulting in no injuries. However, responding police officers noted Sun's disoriented state. A drug test revealed he had tested positive for methylcathione, a new second-class stimulant, and ketamine, a third-class drug. During a search of his vehicle, authorities discovered a significant quantity of illegal substances: 146 packets of "Minions"-themed coffee, which contained new stimulants. The estimated street value of the confiscated drugs is over NT$70,000 (approximately $2,200 USD). The police have transferred Sun to the Qiaotou District Prosecutor's Office, where he will be prosecuted for violating the Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act and for endangering public safety. The Nanzi Precinct Police Division issued a warning, highlighting that illicit drug dealers often use cute packaging, like the "Minions" characters, to lower people's guard. They urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately by calling 110, assuring continued efforts to combat drug trafficking and maintain public safety.

The police will continue to strictly investigate drugs and fully protect social order.

โ€” Nanzi Precinct Police DivisionThe police issued a warning about drug packaging and reiterated their commitment to combating drug crimes.
DistantNews Editorial

Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.