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Taiwan earthquake: Developer arrested over building collapse

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TAIWAN: The developer of a building which collapsed in the earthquake that hit Taiwan on Saturday has been arrested, local media report.

At least 39 people were killed inside the Weiguan Jinlong (Golden Dragon) apartment complex in Tainan.

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About 320 people have been rescued but more than 100 people may still be under the debris.

On Tuesday, distraught relatives frequently interrupted Mayor William Lai as he gave a briefing on the progress of the search, after the passing of the 72-hour so-called “golden window” for finding survivors.

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An investigation has been launched into whether the construction of the Weiguan Jinlong building contributed to its collapse.

The shallow 6.4-magnitude quake was powerful but few other buildings were damaged, thanks to strict building standards on the earthquake-prone island.

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