Police in Taiwan searched the home of a skateboarding instructor after he allegedly used posters containing references to illegal drugs while promoting skateboarding lessons for students.
The investigation centered on an instructor identified by the surname Hsiang, who had been advertising classes in Dulan Village, located in Taitung County's Donghe Township. The lessons were reportedly being held at a local elementary school, but the promotional posters quickly caught the attention of parents.
According to reports, the posters included references to substances such as THC, CBD, LSD, MDMA, and psychedelic mushrooms. Parents who saw the advertisements became concerned that the drug references could appeal to children or send the wrong message, leading them to contact police.
After collecting evidence and identifying Hsiang as the person responsible for the advertisements, officers carried out a search of his residence in Dulan. During the search, police recovered several promotional posters along with a pipe that allegedly contained traces of marijuana, which is classified as a Category 2 narcotic under Taiwanese law.
Hsiang was taken in for questioning but was later released because investigators did not catch him committing a drug related offense at the time of the search. Authorities said the investigation is still ongoing as they work to determine where the suspected drugs came from and if any additional offenses were committed.
Police said the case is being handled under Taiwan's Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act. They also noted that encouraging another person to use a Category 2 narcotic can carry a prison sentence of one to seven years, along with a fine of up to NT$1 million, which is about US$31,000.
Officials said they will continue investigating drug related cases throughout local communities and schools while working to disrupt illegal drug distribution. They added that protecting students and residents remains a priority, along with reducing incidents involving drug impaired driving.