Series of crashes in Kaohsiung leaves three injured, driver arrested for drug use

A chain‑reaction collision occurred at an intersection in Zuoying District, Kaohsiung, involving four vehicles and resulting in three injuries. Police investigations identified the driver, identified as Mr. Huang, as a suspect of driving under the influence of drugs, and he was arrested and transferred for prosecution.

According to police, the incident took place this afternoon when Mr. Huang drove his car through a red light at the Zuoying intersection, striking a vehicle ahead. The impact caused that vehicle to overturn, which in turn affected a third vehicle behind it, creating a multi‑vehicle crash.

Responding officers arrived at the scene and found Mr. Huang’s car severely damaged. The three other parties involved sustained serious injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment. Mr. Huang was taken to the police station for questioning and subjected to a drug test, which returned a positive result. Under applicable regulations, the case will be investigated and prosecuted on drug‑related charges.

The crash has drawn public attention, with many users expressing concern on social media. Data from the Directorate General of Highways, Ministry of Transportation and Communications shows that Kaohsiung has experienced a high number of traffic accidents this year, leading to numerous injuries, fatalities and property losses. Such incidents affect not only the victims but also the broader community.

Driving under the influence of drugs is a specific traffic violation. According to the Directorate General of Highways, a driver who tests positive for drugs while operating a vehicle is deemed to have committed drug‑driven driving and is subject to legal penalties. This offense has significant implications for public safety and traffic order. Nationwide police statistics indicate a rise in drug‑driven driving cases this year, resulting in considerable casualties and damage.

In this case, Mr. Huang has been detained on suspicion of drug‑driven driving and will face strict enforcement in accordance with the law. Authorities emphasized that the investigation will proceed under the relevant drug‑related statutes. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for rigorous handling of drug‑driven driving offenses to curb their occurrence and protect public safety and traffic order.

Police officials urged all drivers to prioritize safety and to prevent drug‑related driving. They also called on the broader society to support stringent enforcement of such offenses, thereby jointly safeguarding public safety and traffic stability. The episode highlights the importance of road safety and aims to reduce future accidents, protecting the lives of motorists and pedestrians alike.

Source: Central News Agency