Taiwan metro attack suspect's parents apologize after deadly stabbing
The parents of a 27-year-old man accused of killing three people in a Taipei metro stabbing last week publicly apologised and promised full cooperation with investigators. The suspect, identified as Chang Wen, also wounded 11 others during the attack.
On Friday evening, Chang set off smoke bombs at Taipei’s main metro station before attacking people with a knife. He was later found dead, apparently having jumped from a nearby building, according to the Taipei Mayor.
The attack, which included an underground shopping area and another metro stop, is under investigation. Police believe Chang acted alone and “randomly” targeted victims. They have preliminarily ruled out terrorism as a motive.
Authorities said Chang had a history of military service but had been discharged for driving under the influence. He was unemployed, financially dependent on his family, and had scouted the metro area in advance. Investigators found searches on his iPad related to “random killings” and a similar attack in 2014.
Chang’s parents, appearing on live television, expressed sorrow for the harm caused, saying their son’s actions inflicted serious suffering on victims and society. They pledged to cooperate with the judicial investigation but did not answer questions about compensation for victims.
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