NYCU Professor Arrested, Sought for Detention in Brother-in-Law's Slaying

A professor from National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University has been taken into custody and is facing charges related to the fatal stabbing of his brother-in-law. The suspect, identified as a professor surnamed Lin, was transferred to the Hsinchu District Prosecutors Office after being discharged from medical treatment.

Prosecutors are seeking to detain Lin and prevent him from leaving the country or tampering with evidence. They state he is suspected of violating the Domestic Violence Prevention Act and committing homicide, with the case involving severe violence. The incident occurred on July 14th when the 43-year-old professor allegedly entered a music classroom in Hsinchu City and attacked his 48-year-old brother-in-law, a store manager, with a 'Rambo knife.' The victim sustained numerous stab wounds and later died from excessive blood loss.

During the arrest, the professor reportedly resisted and threatened police officers with the knife. Officers discharged their firearms, hitting Lin in both thighs, to subdue him and ensure the safety of the victim and themselves. He was then taken to the hospital for treatment before being transferred to prosecutors.

The motive for the alleged attack is believed to be a dispute over family inheritance. This high-profile case involving a professor from a top university has shocked the public.

Prosecutors consider the evidence against Lin to be substantial, citing his alleged commission of a serious crime, resistance to arrest, and the potential for flight or collusion with witnesses as grounds for his detention. The court's decision on the detention request is pending.