A FILIPINA tourist who was injured after being hit by a train in Shifen Old Street, Taipei, may face a fine if it is determined that she violated Taiwan’s Railway Act.
CCTV footage from the incident, aired on GMA News “24 Oras” on Wednesday, shows the tourist posing for a photo near the train tracks. As she raised her arms, an oncoming train struck her, causing her to fall. The woman reportedly rolled and her hair became entangled.
Local authorities confirmed that the tourist was taken to the hospital with head injuries. The Manila Economic Cultural Office (MECO) reported that the Filipina is now in stable condition after undergoing surgery for injuries to her head, chest, and hip.
The tourist was traveling alone but was part of a tour group. MECO has contacted the victim’s family and her travel agency, which will cover hospital expenses through insurance.
The Taiwan Railway Police Bureau stated that the Filipina may be fined if it is proven that she violated their Railway Act, which prohibits public trespass on train tracks.
