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Man Smashes 11 Car Windows in Miaoli After Failing to Find Brother; Scooter Compartments Ransacked at Train Station

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • A man in Miaoli, Taiwan, smashed the windows of 11 cars with a baseball bat after failing to find his brother.
  • The suspect was apprehended by police and faces charges of property damage.
  • Separately, a man was seen rummaging through scooter storage compartments at Houlong Station, and police are investigating.

A man in Miaoli, Taiwan, caused significant damage by smashing the windows of 11 cars with a baseball bat. The incident occurred at a parking lot under the National Freeway No. 3 in Zhunan Township. Police identified and arrested a 38-year-old suspect, identified by his surname Feng, who confessed to the act.

Feng reportedly told investigators that he became enraged when he could not find his brother at the parking lot, leading him to lash out and damage the vehicles. He has been referred to the Miaoli District Prosecutor's Office for further investigation into his motives and the full extent of his actions. The case is being handled as property damage.

When parking vehicles, try to choose bright locations with surveillance equipment, lock your vehicle after getting out, and do not leave valuables such as cash or mobile phones inside to reduce the risk of theft.

โ€” Zhunan Police PrecinctThe police provided advice to the public on vehicle security following the incidents.

In a separate incident, police are also investigating reports of a man seen tampering with scooter storage compartments at the Houlong Railway Station. Surveillance footage showed the man checking and opening unlocked compartments. While this behavior may constitute theft, no victims have yet reported missing items. Police have identified the suspect and are actively searching for him to clarify the situation. Authorities are urging the public to be vigilant about parking their vehicles in well-lit areas with surveillance and to ensure their vehicles are locked, avoiding the placement of valuables inside.

If you discover your vehicle has been damaged or see suspicious individuals engaging in illegal activities, please immediately call 110.

โ€” Zhunan Police PrecinctThe police urged the public to report any suspicious activity or damage to their vehicles.
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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.