Former Fu Jen University President Stabbing: Court Sentences Man to 1.5 Years

Central News Agency (New Taipei, May 26) - A man surnamed Tseng, who stabbed former Fu Jen University President and physician Chiang Han-sun in his clinic last year, was sentenced today by the New Taipei District Court. Prosecutors had indicted Tseng for attempted murder and violations of the Medical Care Act, seeking a 7-year sentence. However, the court ruled that Tseng lacked the subjective intent to kill, changing the charge to assault and sentencing him to 1 year and 6 months in prison. The incident occurred on November 11 last year at the Fu Jen University Hospital. Tseng posed as a patient to enter the clinic and attacked Chiang with a utility knife while the doctor was washing his hands. The court noted that Tseng was dissatisfied with Chiang's acquittal in a previous breach of trust case. While Tseng admitted to the crime, he has not obtained forgiveness from Chiang. The court criticized Tseng for his lack of tolerance and for causing panic among medical staff, noting that his actions disrupted medical services and negatively impacted the doctor-patient relationship. The New Taipei District Prosecutors Office stated it would review the verdict before deciding whether to appeal.