"At least three people were killed and five injured in the Taiwanese capital, Taipei, in attacks at two metro stations on Friday. The perpetrator, a man said to be in his twenties, was initially thought to have jumped to his death from a nearby building after the attack. That fact was later confirmed by police, who said he had been certified dead after he was sent to the hospital, according to Taiwan's Central News Agency, bringing the total number of dead to four."
"The attacks took place at two metro stations in Taipei. Here's what we know so far based on footage carried by broadcaster EBC and authorities' remarks: A masked person threw gasoline bombs or smoke grenades at Taipei Main subway station The perpetrator rode the subway for one stop before exiting the station and throwing more smoke grenades on the street Outside, he started wielding a knife at pedestrians before running into a shop"
At least three people were killed and five injured in attacks at two Taipei metro stations, with the attacker later certified dead after being taken to hospital, bringing the total dead to four. A masked assailant threw gasoline bombs or smoke grenades at Taipei Main station, rode one stop, then exited and deployed more smoke grenades on the street before wielding a knife at pedestrians and running into a shop. Several victims were injured by both smoke grenades and stabbing; one victim was killed trying to stop the attacker. Police report the suspect had a criminal record and outstanding warrants; investigators searched his home and increased security at transit hubs.
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