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Drunk Man Causes Scene at HSR Taichung Station Ticket Gates

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Sources not specified Outcome reported
  • A man, reportedly intoxicated, caused a disturbance at the HSR Taichung Station's ticket gates after disembarking at the wrong stop.
  • He repeatedly questioned why he couldn't re-enter the station to board his train, attracting attention from other passengers and prompting police intervention.
  • After being assisted by station staff, the man eventually departed on a different train.

A drunken man caused a scene at the HSR Taichung Station's ticket gates on Sunday evening, disrupting other passengers. The man, identified as Mr. Lin, had intended to travel from Changhua to Taipei but mistakenly got off at Taichung.

Upon realizing his error, Lin attempted to re-enter the station to board his train. He became agitated when stopped by station staff, repeatedly shouting, "Huh? What's going on now? What's the problem?" and "I can't ride?" He also repeatedly banged on the ticket gates, drawing the attention of onlookers.

Huh? What's going on now? What's the problem?

— Drunk passengerThe man shouted these questions repeatedly at station staff when he was prevented from re-entering the ticket gates.

Railway police were called to the scene around 6 p.m. to handle the situation. According to police, Lin was holding a ticket from Changhua to Taipei. Station staff confirmed that while Lin was loud and disruptive, he did not verbally abuse anyone or damage property, and no charges were filed.

After the commotion, station personnel assisted Lin in finding and boarding another train to continue his journey north. The incident highlights the disruptions that can occur when passengers, especially those under the influence, mismanage their travel plans.

I can't ride?

— Drunk passengerThe man questioned his right to board the train after mistakenly exiting at the wrong station.
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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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