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Itaewon Halloween draws 28,000 people
Police deploy 7,800 for safety management
In short
On Halloween, October 31st, crowds gathered in Itaewon.
Police deployed approximately 7,800 officers across 28 nationwide locations to manage safety.
A memorial space for the tragedy was also set up near Itaewon Station.
Key facts
| When | On Saturday, October 31st, Halloween day, crowds peaked around 9 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Where | Itaewon World Food Culture Street in Seoul's Yongsan-gu and 28 priority management areas nationwide. |
| Who | Police Agency (Acting Commissioner Kim Jong-chul), Yongsan Police Station, Fire Department, and Yongsan-gu Office coordinated management. |
| How | Deployed 7,800 police officers and dispersed crowds through vehicle control and one-way traffic in bottleneck areas. |
What it means for me
Following traffic control and detour guidance when visiting crowded areas ensures safe passage.
