Three killed in Taipei stabbing, smoke bomb attack

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesDecember 19, 2025 at 05:15 PM

Three killed in Taipei stabbing, smoke bomb attack

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On December 19, 2025, a knife-wielding attacker killed three people and injured five others in Taipei, Taiwan. The suspect, identified only as Chang, set off smoke bombs at Taipei's main train station before attacking people in a nearby subway station. Premier Cho Jung-tai described the attacks as indiscriminate and deliberate, though the motive remains unclear. Chang, who had a prior criminal record and outstanding warrants, died after falling from a building while being pursued by police. Authorities are investigating Chang's background and relationships to determine his motives and any potential connections to the attacks.

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Japan 30% China ×340% Taiwan Central News Agency (CNA) ×250% Chiang Wan-an 60% Chang 70% Cho Jung-tai ×370% Taiwan ×380% Taipei ×390%

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stabbing attack 90% taipei 80% indiscriminate attacks 70% smoke bomb 70% police chase 60% knife attack 60% subway station 50% criminal record 50%

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Taipei

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