In New Taipei City’s Xinzhuang District, residents reported a strange odor today, October 19, prompting police to investigate. Upon arrival, authorities discovered a 69-year-old man, surnamed Dai, lying inside his home, having apparently been dead for several days. The exact cause of death is still under investigation.
The Xinzhuang Police Department stated that at around 10 a.m., they received an emergency call reporting an unusual smell in the Min’an Road area. Officers immediately responded and confirmed that Dai had passed away. The scene was secured, and forensic personnel were called in to conduct an examination.
Preliminary observations indicate no signs of external force, struggle, or suspicious injuries, and the door locks were intact. The case is being handled as a standard criminal examination, and the New Taipei District Prosecutors’ Office has been notified to verify the cause of death. Police have initially ruled out foul play, but the final determination awaits the prosecutor’s assessment.
Authorities are urging relatives and neighbors to keep in regular contact with elderly individuals living alone. Friends or family who notice prolonged absence or unusual behavior are encouraged to check in and report concerns promptly to help protect vulnerable members of the community.
