Taipei Metro Station Attack - Taiwan

On 19 December, three people were killed and five injured after an indiscriminate knife attack in central Taipei. The suspect deployed smoke bombs at Taipei Main Station before attacking bystanders near Zhongshan Station. The suspect died after falling from a building during a police chase.

Advice

Metro service disruptions are likely to affect travel around Taipei Main Station and surrounding areas in coming hours. Follow instructions from local authorities and security personnel. Allow extra time for travel.