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Serial arson in Yeoksam-dong
Intimidation attempt against patent firm
In short
Two buildings housing a patent firm in Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul caught fire, injuring 19 people.
The suspect in his 70s stated he set the fires to intimidate the patent firm, claiming it had deceived him.
Police view the crime as premeditated and plan to apply for an arrest warrant.
Key facts
| When | Arson occurred at two buildings in Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 20th. |
|---|---|
| Who | A 77-year-old man surnamed Lee, who previously handled patent work at the firm, committed the crime. |
| What | He sprayed flammable material and set fires, injuring 19 people and searching for specific employees. |
| How | From the 16th, he purchased flammable material, two plastic containers, and a lighter to prepare for the crime. |
What it means for me
Before responding strongly to professional service disputes, it is safer to first check official reporting and consultation procedures.
Self-employed people using professional services like patent registration should verify the firm's registration status with official agencies before signing contracts.
