Violent Altercation Erupts at Coffee Shop, Taxi Driver Stabbed in Head

Dispute Over Order Ignites Confrontation

A taxi driver, identified as Chen, was stabbed in the head following a dispute with a coffee shop owner on Monday (Jan 6). According to Shih Min Daily News, the incident occurred at around 6:30 pm after Chen had finished his shift and was waiting for the coffee shop staff to take his order.

Chen’s Account of the Incident

Chen said he called out several times for the staff’s attention, but they completely ignored him. “I called out several times, but they completely ignored me. They walked past me without acknowledging me. Since the beverage stall was quite a distance from my seat, I shouted out to them,” he was quoted as saying.

After raising his voice to get the staff’s attention, a man who identified himself as the eatery owner approached Chen and reminded him to stop shouting. A verbal altercation ensued moments later, and the owner allegedly retrieved what was believed to be a bread knife from a beverage stall and struck Chen on the head.

The Aftermath of the Attack

Chen alleged that he was kicked after falling down. Furthermore, the 59-year-old has diabetes and mobility issues. Bleeding profusely and dazed from the attack, Chen managed to get back to his seat and call the police. He was subsequently rushed to the hospital, where he received five stitches on his head.

Witness Account and Police Response

A witness reportedly confirmed that the coffee shop owner confronted Chen after hearing him shout for several minutes. The witness also said that the owner had used the sharp object in the incident. The police have confirmed to have received a report of the incident, and a 59-year-old was arrested for voluntarily causing hurt using a dangerous weapon.

Questions Raised About the Incident

The incident has raised questions about the escalation of the dispute and the use of a dangerous weapon. It is unclear what led the coffee shop owner to retrieve the bread knife, and whether he had any justification for using it against Chen.

Conclusion

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining calm and respectful communication in public spaces. The use of violence as a means of resolving conflicts is never justified and can have serious consequences.

FAQs

Q: What happened during the incident?
A: Chen, a taxi driver, was waiting for his order at a coffee shop when he was stabbed in the head by the owner after a dispute over his order.

Q: Why did the owner use a dangerous weapon?
A: The reasons behind the owner’s actions are unclear, and it is unknown whether he had any justification for using the bread knife against Chen.

Q: What happened to the owner after the incident?
A: The owner was arrested for voluntarily causing hurt using a dangerous weapon.