Taipei, Taiwan CNN —Two Taiwan police officers are under investigation after a botched sting operation led to a minor being sexually assaulted, prompting public uproar and an official apology from the local police department.
According to the court verdict, Chang solicited sex from the girl, offering 5,000 New Taiwan dollars (about $160), and asked her for nude photos.
The police put together a sting operation, with the girl agreeing to meet with Chang under the pretense of having sex with him, the verdict revealed.
The guardian had agreed to the sting operation, the spokesperson added.
The two officers involved in the sting operation have been referred to the district prosecutor’s office for investigation of their alleged negligence and failure in performing their duties, said the spokesperson.
Persons:
Chang Ming, Chang
Organizations:
Taiwan CNN —, Taiwan, Taoyuan Police Department, Focus, Central News Agency
Locations:
Taipei, Taiwan, Zhongli, Taoyuan, Taoyuan city, Focus Taiwan