Drunk Driving Collision with Police Officer Captured on Video! Officer's Legs Crushed, But Fires Shot to Help Colleagues Apprehend Suspect
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A police officer in Changhua County, Taiwan, was critically injured after being run over by a drug-impaired driver during a traffic stop.
- Despite his severe leg injuries, Officer Chen Guoming fired a warning shot to help his colleagues apprehend the suspect.
- The suspect, Shi, was arrested after the officer's actions and the subsequent intervention by other officers.
A police officer in Taiwan sustained severe leg injuries after being run over by a driver suspected of being under the influence of drugs. The incident occurred during a traffic stop in Changhua County, highlighting the dangers faced by law enforcement.
Double legs crushed by the car body and still insisted on catching the person, truly not simple.
Officer Chen Guoming was attempting to stop the suspect, identified as Shi, who was preparing to drive away from his residence. When Chen moved to intercept the vehicle, Shi allegedly accelerated, hitting the officer and pinning his legs beneath the car. Despite the excruciating pain and inability to stand, Chen drew his weapon and fired a shot into the air to alert his colleagues and prevent the suspect's escape.
Officer Zhao Bingyi immediately responded, striking the car window with his baton and ordering Shi to stop. However, Shi continued to drive, running over Chen's legs. Zhao pursued the fleeing vehicle, while Chen, enduring his injuries, fired the warning shot. The suspect briefly stopped, allowing Zhao to break the car window and apprehend Shi.
Performing duties with their lives.
Both officers were taken to Changhua Christian Hospital for treatment. Chen was diagnosed with a fractured kneecap and a fractured lower leg, requiring surgery and an estimated three months of recovery. Zhao suffered a laceration to his finger during the window-breaking incident. Changhua County Magistrate Wang Hui-mei visited Chen to commend his bravery.
Truly a guardian of the people.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.