Taiwan Drug User Arrested After Causing Multi-Car Crash While Driving Against Traffic

A man in Hualien, Taiwan, has been arrested and placed under pre-trial detention after a dangerous incident involving drug use and reckless driving. The suspect, identified by the surname Cheng, allegedly consumed methamphetamine and a potent drug known as "zombie drug" (erimin-5) before getting behind the wheel.

Driving in a state of severe impairment, Cheng proceeded to travel against traffic on the popular Qixingtan Boulevard in Xincheng Township. His vehicle collided violently with two oncoming cars, causing injuries to innocent individuals caught in the crash. Police responding to the scene noted Cheng's disoriented state and abnormal behavior.

Initial drug tests on Cheng returned positive for both methamphetamine and erimin-5. Authorities also seized six erimin-5 "zombie drug" cigarettes from his person and vehicle. The Hualien District Prosecutor's Office charged Cheng with driving under the influence, emphasizing the extreme danger posed by his actions, which effectively turned his vehicle into a weapon on public roads.

Prosecutors argued that Cheng's actions created a significant hazard to public safety and that his high potential for addiction and likelihood of re-offending warranted pre-trial detention. The court granted the prosecution's request, ensuring that Cheng would not be able to endanger the public further. The Hualien District Prosecutor's Office reiterated its commitment to combating drug use and dangerous driving, vowing strict prosecution for those who disregard the law and public safety.