Teen couple found dead in Tainan; family questions motel bloodstains
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A teenage couple from Changhua, Taiwan, went missing after riding their motorcycles to Tainan.
- Their bodies were found near the Tainan Golden Coast breakwaters.
- Family members are questioning the cause of death after police discovered a large amount of blood in the motel room where the couple had stayed.
The deaths of a teenage couple from Changhua, Taiwan, have raised questions and concern after their bodies were discovered near the Tainan Golden Coast breakwaters. The 18-year-old male, identified by the surname Liao, and a 17-year-old female reportedly rode their motorcycles to Tainan for a getaway. They were reported missing by their families after losing contact. Police initiated a search, utilizing surveillance footage and mobile phone tracking, which led them to a motel in Tainan where the couple had stayed. The search efforts were temporarily hampered by typhoon conditions. Authorities eventually found Liao's body near the breakwaters on the evening of July 10th, followed by the discovery of the girl's body early on July 11th. Adding to the family's distress and suspicion, police reported finding a significant amount of blood inside the motel room. The families, who had not previously mentioned any romantic relationship or disputes between the two, are now urging a thorough investigation by prosecutors to clarify the circumstances surrounding their deaths. The case remains under investigation, with an autopsy pending to determine the exact cause of death.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.