Pokemon sparks road safety fears in Taiwan
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NEARLY 350 drivers in Taiwan were slapped with fines for playing on their phones after Pokemon Go launched on the island, which has already resulted in broken legs and museum bans.
The gaming app has sparked a global frenzy since its launch last month as users hunt for virtual cartoon characters overlaid on real-world locations using augmented reality technology.
A total of 349 fines were issued after the game launched in Taiwan on Saturday, with the majority of the offenders driving motorcycles, according to police.
While Pokemon Go has been praised for motivating people to become more active, authorities have warned players to remain alert.
Drivers face fines of NT$3,000 (US$95) if caught using their phone, while motorcyclist have to hand over NT$1,000.
A 20-year-old man in New Taipei City fractured his knee last Saturday after falling off his motorbike while looking at his phone, according to Apple Daily.
Elsewhere, authorities are seeking to set firm parameters for avid Pokemon Go players.
In Thailand, authorities warned players against entering polling stations as the nation voted on a new constitution on Sunday.
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