KAOHSIUNG, FENGSHAN DISTRICT, TAIWAN – OCTOBER 14, 2026 69-year-old motorcyclist surnamed Gan died after colliding with a garbage collection truck at an intersection in the Fengshan District. The accident occurred at approximately 3:05 p.m. at the intersection of Nanguang Street and Tianxing Street.
Gan collided with a truck driven by a 49-year-old man surnamed Zhang. The impact threw the motorcyclist onto the road, leaving him unconscious. Emergency responders transported him to Kaohsiung Armed Forces General Hospital, where he died despite approximately two hours of medical treatment.
STOP markings were painted on the road at both approaches to the intersection. Police preliminarily stated that Gan likely failed to yield to a vehicle approaching from the right, while Zhang also failed to stop as required. The breathalyzer test administered to the truck driver was negative. The exact circumstances of the accident and the degree of responsibility of each driver remained under investigation.
The surveillance footage shows that the motorcyclist’s helmet flew off during the violent impact and landed several feet away from him. The accident serves as a reminder of the importance of wearing a certified motorcycle helmet that fits properly and is securely fastened. Protective gear is not something to skimp on – a quality helmet can significantly reduce the risk of serious head injuries in a crash.
