Sun Anzuo released on NT$1 million bail, denies harming anyone

Sun Anzuo, the son of Taiwanese celebrities Sun Peng and Di Ying, was released on NT$1 million bail after being indicted on charges including endangering public safety and possessing illegal firearms. He emerged from the courthouse late Tuesday evening, stating, "I have never harmed anyone, nor have I ever wanted to harm anyone. I believe the court will give me a fair judgment."

The indictment stems from an incident on May 14, when Sun Anzuo posted a video on Instagram showcasing a flamethrower emitting a large flame. The Shilin District Prosecutor's Office charged him with endangering public safety, threatening the public, and possessing lethal firearms. The Shilin District Court, after an afternoon hearing, ruled for his release on bail, imposing restrictions on his residence, travel, and contact with three co-defendants.

During the court hearing, Sun Anzuo denied charges of public endangerment related to spraying fire in public areas, asserting he was merely conducting an experiment for a video. He claimed the flamethrower's spray was limited to two to three meters and did not pose a risk of spreading, even if an incident occurred, he could extinguish it with a cloth. He also denied charges of threatening the public, stating that similar videos he posted previously received positive comments and did not cause fear.

Regarding the firearms charges, Sun Anzuo admitted only to possessing a replica gun. He questioned the classification of other firearms, including a shotgun and an air gun, requesting further ballistics tests. He argued that the shotgun lacked a firing pin and therefore could not discharge a bullet, and expressed confusion over its classification as a lethal weapon. His defense highlighted his previous expulsion from the U.S. for firearms offenses, suggesting he had not learned his lesson, but the prosecution's request for continued detention was ultimately unpersuasive to the judge.