Taiwan Police Crack Down on Crime, Arrest 139 Suspects, Seize 143 Cases of Evidence.

The Taoyuan Police Department's "Thunderbolt Eradication Campaign" has resulted in the arrest of 139 individuals involved in 143 criminal cases since the initiative was launched. On the 15th, three Vietnamese migrant workers were found with narcotics in their vehicle, leading to their apprehension and further investigation.

According to the Taoyuan Police Department, the "Thunderbolt Eradication Campaign" aims to comprehensively address the crime problems in the Taoyuan area and intensify efforts to combat organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and other illicit activities. Of the 143 criminal cases, nearly half (67) involve serious offenses such as narcotics trafficking, fraud, and robbery, while nearly one-tenth (17) involve the trafficking of firearms and explosives.

In addition to the narcotics found in the vehicle of the three Vietnamese migrant workers, police also seized other illicit substances. The three individuals were subsequently detained and charged with narcotics-related and public endangerment offenses.

The Taoyuan Police Department stated that the seized narcotics amount is substantial and that those involved will be prosecuted in accordance with relevant laws. The police also emphasized that they will continue to intensify their efforts to combat narcotics trafficking and protect the health and safety of citizens. In addition to narcotics trafficking, the Taoyuan Police Department will also continue to monitor other illicit activities, including organized crime and firearms trafficking, in order to maintain public safety and order.

According to police statistics, Taoyuan's crime rate has decreased compared to last year, but the police still believe that crime problems exist in the area and require continued efforts to address. The Taoyuan Police Department stated that they will continue to implement the "Thunderbolt Eradication Campaign" and intensify their efforts to combat organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and other illicit activities, with the goal of creating a safe and stable Taoyuan city.

Taoyuan Mayor Chou Hsi-wei expressed his concern about the crime problems in Taoyuan and expressed his support for the police's efforts. Chou emphasized that the Taoyuan City Government will continue to cooperate with the police to combat crime and maintain public safety and order. He also called on citizens to work together with the police to create a safe and stable Taoyuan city.

Lastly, the Taoyuan Police Department urged citizens to report any illicit activities to the police immediately. The police will continue to intensify their efforts to combat organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and other illicit activities in order to protect citizens' health and safety. The Taoyuan Police Department stated that they will continue to implement the "Thunderbolt Eradication Campaign" and intensify their efforts to combat organized crime, narcotics trafficking, and other illicit activities, with the goal of creating a safe and stable Taoyuan city.