Taichung boosts police allowances by up to NT$3,880 monthly for demanding duties

The Taichung City Police Bureau celebrated Police Day by honoring outstanding officers and announcing a significant pay increase for its personnel. Deputy Mayor Cheng Chao-hsin, representing the city government, presented awards to six model police officers, six police medal recipients, and 23 outstanding individuals. He expressed gratitude for the officers' dedication and hard work in safeguarding the city.

Cheng Chao-hsin made a special announcement during the ceremony: the city government has approved an increase in allowances for officers working in demanding roles and those involved in criminal investigations. This raise, effective immediately, will provide eligible officers with up to an additional NT$3,880 per month. The initiative aims to offer tangible support to frontline officers and serve as a strong backing for their efforts.

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We hope to support frontline officers with practical actions and become the strongest backing for grassroots colleagues.

The deputy mayor emphasized that Taichung's reputation as a livable city is built upon the unwavering commitment of its police force, who work tirelessly to protect citizens' lives and property with professionalism, discipline, and a strong sense of mission. The increased allowances are designed to recognize the hardships and contributions of these officers.

In addition to the awards and pay raise, the event featured a police bureau promotional video showcasing the officers' resolve in maintaining public order and urban safety. The celebration also included a blood donation drive and a segment to comfort the families of officers who died in the line of duty, blending solemn recognition with a display of warmth and solidarity within the police community. The bureau highlighted recent achievements, including intercepting over NT$1.5 billion in fraudulent transactions in 2025, dismantling 293 organized crime figures, seizing NT$39.18 million in illicit funds, confiscating 71 firearms, and achieving a 100% clearance rate for violent crimes. Drug enforcement efforts have also been substantial, with 5,194.35 kilograms of narcotics seized and 1,115 drunk driving cases prosecuted.

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Taichung's ability to continue to be recognized as a livable city relies on every police colleague sticking to their posts, safeguarding the safety of citizens' lives and property with professionalism, discipline, and a sense of mission.