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Knife-wielding attacker kills three in Taipei, dies during police chase
- On Dec 19, 2025, Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said a knife-wielding attacker set off smoke bombs at Taipei Main Station, then moved to Zhongshan Station, killing three and injuring five in central Taipei.
- Authorities said Chang had a prior criminal record, outstanding warrants, and his house was searched, while his motive remains unclear as investigations continue.
- The attacker stabbed seven people, seriously injuring three, and blanketed Zhongshan Station's exit with smoke bombs, causing commuters to struggle to breathe and flee.
- Authorities cordoned off Zhongshan Station entrances and police forensic teams are collecting evidence while President Lai Ching-te said security increased across the island with thorough investigations pledged.
- Reuters reported at least nine injured and said the suspect likely jumped from a building fearing arrest, while SETN reported two deaths and nine injured and Mayor Chiang Wan-an said four were seriously hurt.
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