Fifteen sections of rope were found to have been cut and another 13 loosened, the agency said. Hikers use safety ropes to climb a trail on Yuanzui Mountain in Taichung in an undated photograph. Yuanzui Mountain is a popular but challenging route, and safety must remain the top priority, the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency’s Taichung branch said. Yuanzui Mountain, which rises 2,180m above sea level, is known for its steep cliffs and sweeping 360° views. Investigations found he had used a folding knife to cut ropes at multiple locations.

Source: Taipei Times March 22, 2026 17:13 UTC