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**Ex-Taipei Deputy Mayor Collapses Before Key Testimony in Ko Wen-je Graft Trial**

**Taipei, Taiwan -** Former Taipei Deputy Mayor Peng Chen-sheng suffered an emotional breakdown at the Taipei District Court today, ahead of scheduled testimony in the ongoing graft trial of former Mayor Ko Wen-je. Peng, visibly distraught, reportedly collapsed in tears, lamenting a personal tragedy involving the death of a family member in Kaohsiung. He was heard angrily criticizing prosecutors and became so distressed he required ambulance transport to a hospital.

The court was scheduled to review audio-visual recording of Peng’s previous interrogation. Peng had earlier admitted to all facts alleged by prosecutors in the indictment, while denying any improper interrogation tactics. He explained the gaps in the recording were due to meal breaks, medication, and restroom visits. His legal team reiterated that he was accompanied by counsel throughout questioning, dismissing claims of any illegal procedures. Despite this, concerns have been raised regarding the gaps in recording prior to Peng and another official’s admissions of guilt. Peng had previously stated that he was not coerced.

Despite his pre-hearing breakdown, Peng and his legal team affirmed their earlier testimony. He stated they had no intention of recanting. Peng has admitted to involvement in the alleged scheme as early as 2020.

The court proceeded with the scheduled examination of audio-visual recording from another individual, Chu Ya-hu. The trial continues.

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