Reported 12 months ago
In Seoul, South Korea, a major car accident occurred near the Seoul City Hall, where a car suddenly drove against traffic, collided with two other vehicles, and then veered onto the sidewalk, hitting multiple pedestrians, leading to 9 fatalities and 6 injuries. The driver was identified as a 68-year-old man with 40 years of bus driving experience, suspected of causing death and injury due to gross negligence under the Special Act on Traffic Accidents. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the incident, as witnesses described the chaotic scene and raised doubts about the driver's claim of sudden acceleration. Authorities are focusing on determining if the driver's lack of skill or vehicle malfunction contributed to the tragic event.
Source: YAHOO