As Taiwan reels from the attack, the island’s Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) said it is working with police agencies to establish a national task force to curb the spread of violent rhetoric and online threats.
At least 20 posts or comments on social media and online forums in the wake of the attack have already been flagged for containing violent threats or suggesting that an indiscriminate attack would happen, CIB said on Sunday, as quoted by local media.
As of Sunday, three people had been arrested for allegedly making such threats online, CIB said, adding that it would investigate and pursue legal action against those responsible.
Heightened vigilance is also extending to the ground. Taiwanese authorities have said they will ramp up security measures islandwide for major holiday events, including the year-end festive celebrations.
Nearly 700 armed police officers were deployed for the Taipei Marathon on Sunday, double the number deployed in recent years, according to Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an.
All were equipped with guns to protect marathon runners and deter any disruptions, he added.
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