A dramatic police pursuit in Taoyuan City ended in chaos Thursday evening when a suspected drug dealer lost control of his vehicle and struck two pedestrians. The incident occurred at the intersection of Jingguo Road and Tianxiang 3rd Street.
According to authorities, officers attempted to pull over the suspect, who was believed to be transporting illegal narcotics. Instead of stopping, the driver sped away, leading police on a brief but dangerous chase. Moments later, the suspect's car veered off the road and crashed into a group of people, injuring two innocent bystanders.
Emergency services rushed to the scene and transported the victims to a nearby hospital. Their conditions have not yet been released. The suspect was taken into custody at the scene. Police later confirmed that drugs were found inside the vehicle.
The incident has sparked concern among local residents about the risks of high-speed chases in populated areas. Authorities are investigating the case and have not yet released the suspect's identity.