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Serial arsonist in Yeoksam-dong
Attempted murder charges under review
Deadline Deadline October 30 · Deadline for police prosecution referral decision
In short
A man in his 70s set fires at two buildings in Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, injuring 19 people.
The male suspect claims he is also a victim of fraud.
Police will decide by the 30th whether to refer him for prosecution, adding attempted murder charges.
Key facts
| When | Fires broke out at two buildings in Yeoksam-dong around noon on the 20th. |
|---|---|
| Who | A man in his 70s, identified as A, arrested on charges of arson of an occupied building causing injury. |
| What happened | He set fires at two buildings, injuring 19 people; one patent attorney is in critical condition. |
| Next steps | Police will decide by the 30th whether to refer him for prosecution, adding attempted murder charges. |
What it means for me
Though not directly affecting ordinary readers, this case shows how obsession with civil complaints can lead to serious crime.
