Taiwan Coast Guard Seizes Modified US Special Forces-Style Handguns, Ammunition

Taiwan's Coast Guard has arrested a man in New Taipei City for illegal possession of firearms, seizing two highly concealable modified handguns and 30 rounds of ammunition. The suspect, identified by the surname Chang, allegedly attempted to evade detection by frequently changing vehicles and hiding places.

Following surveillance and intelligence gathering, the Keelung Investigation Unit of the Coast Guard Administration apprehended Chang and an accomplice in February. The firearms were discovered in the motorcycle storage compartments of both individuals. The seized weapons include a modified SIG Sauer P365-style pistol, known for its compact size and use by U.S. military and police special forces, and a modified KEL-TEC PF-9 pistol, noted for its small size and light weight, designed for covert operations.

Authorities highlighted the extreme concealability and potential danger these modified firearms pose if they were to enter circulation, posing a significant threat to public safety. The Keelung Investigation Unit emphasized its commitment to continued strict law enforcement through specialized operations and technological investigations to maintain national security and public order.

Both Chang and his accomplice were handed over to the New Taipei District Prosecutors Office and charged under the Firearms, Ammunition, and Knives Control Act. The Coast Guard urged the public to report any illegal activities by calling their toll-free hotline, 118, to help maintain societal stability.