Death toll from Itaewon’s Halloween crowd crush rises to 158

14 Nov 2022 • 10:54 AM MYT
Media Selangor (EN)
Media Selangor (EN)

News and current issues, inclusive for all.

image is not available

SEOUL, Nov 14 — The death toll from the crowd crush in Seoul’s Itaewon neighbourhood rose by one to 158, Yonhap news agency quoted the authorities Monday.

The additional victim is a South Korean woman in her 20s, the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters said.

A total of 132 South Koreans and 26 foreigners were killed during the crowd surge in the popular nightlife district of Itaewon on October 29.

Funeral procedures for 130 South Koreans have been completed and the bodies of 24 foreign nationals have been sent to their home countries, it said.

Out of the 196 people injured, 10 are still being treated at hospitals, the authorities added.

— Bernama

Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved