Taichung Man Arrested for Drug Driving After Fleeing Traffic Stop

A man in Taichung, Taiwan, was arrested for drug driving after attempting to evade police during a traffic stop. The incident occurred when officers from the Shekou Police Station observed a vehicle violating traffic laws by crossing the stop line at a red light.

When police attempted to conduct a routine traffic check, the 51-year-old driver, identified as Chang, became agitated and refused to cooperate. He then attempted to flee the scene by starting the vehicle and driving away. Officers intervened, forcibly removed the keys, and apprehended Chang on suspicion of obstructing official business.

A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed drug paraphernalia, including an e-cigarette device and several cartridges. A rapid drug test indicated the presence of etonitazene, a second-class narcotic. Further tests at the police station confirmed positive results for etonitazene, opioids, amphetamines, and cathinones in Chang's system. He faces charges including endangering public safety by driving under the influence and obstruction of justice.

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Drug driving not only endangers one's own safety but can also cause casualties to innocent road users. Police will continue to strengthen checks, tests, and investigations into suspected drug driving cases, strictly enforce the law without tolerance, and do their utmost to maintain the traffic safety of citizens.