Reports of Fatal Shooting in New Taipei City
Category: Criminal Activity
Severity: 2 (Low)
Source: Drum Cussac
09/20/2017 (Taiwan) - According to emerging reports from local media sources on Wednesday, 20 September, at least two people have been killed and three others wounded following a shooting in New Taipei City. The incident reportedly occurred in the Tucheng district and is believed to have been a retaliatory gang attack. Further information is awaited.
Those in the area are advised to closely monitor local media sources for further updates regarding the incident. Travellers should be aware of the potential for localised disruption due to police operations linked to the shooting.
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