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Drunk driver runs red light in Taichung, crashes into 4 vehicles, injuring 6 people

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A 58-year-old man driving under the influence of alcohol ran a red light in Taichung, Taiwan, causing a serious accident.
  • The collision involved two cars, one motorcycle, and one bicycle, resulting in six injuries.
  • The driver's blood alcohol level exceeded the legal limit, and he faces charges for endangering public safety.

A severe traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Xiangshang Road and Pingxi Road in Shalu District, Taichung City, Taiwan, when a 58-year-old man driving a sedan ran a red light. The incident happened around 8:30 p.m. and involved four vehicles: two cars, one motorcycle, and one bicycle.

Six people sustained injuries in the crash. Fortunately, none of the injuries are life-threatening. Emergency services transported the injured to the hospital for treatment.

Police investigation revealed that the driver, identified by the surname Li, had a blood alcohol content exceeding the legal limit of 0.25 mg/L. He tested negative for drugs. Li has been arrested and will be prosecuted for endangering public safety. Police are emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy for drunk driving and will increase patrols and awareness campaigns on the Xiangshang Road downhill section, a known hotspot for traffic violations.

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

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