Man removed from Taipei Metro after shouting during phone call
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A man was removed from a Taipei Metro train after shouting loudly during a phone call.
- The man was reportedly arguing with an online seller, leading to his outburst.
- Metro staff and police intervened, and he was denied further travel on the system.
A man's loud phone conversation on a Taipei Metro train escalated into a disruptive outburst, leading to his removal from the service. The incident occurred on the evening of August 2nd when the 28-year-old man, identified by the surname Weng, was speaking with an online seller.
As the train passed Minquan West Road Station, Weng reportedly became agitated due to communication issues with the seller. His frustration boiled over into loud shouting, alarming other passengers. Several individuals reported the disturbance, prompting the intervention of metro security and police.
Upon arrival, authorities assessed the situation and determined that Weng had not physically harmed anyone. However, to maintain order and ensure the safety of other passengers, Taipei Metro staff decided to refuse him further passage on the train. Police escorted him off the train at Minquan West Road Station.
Metro police are reviewing surveillance footage to clarify the events. They urge passengers to report any suspicious individuals or unusual behavior by using the emergency intercoms on the train or by contacting station staff or the police directly. The metro police are committed to ensuring passenger safety.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.