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Yeoksam arsonist sent to prosecution
Attempted murder charge added

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In short

Serial arson at two buildings in Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul injured 19 people.

A man in his 70s, identified as A, was sent to prosecution with an added attempted murder charge on October 29.

A's personal information will be publicly disclosed for 30 days starting November 3.

Key facts

WhenThe arson occurred on October 20, and he was sent to prosecution on October 29.
WhereThe 4th floor of Hanyang Building and 3rd floor of Shinmyung Building in Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.
WhoA man in his 70s set fires sequentially in both buildings.
What19 people were injured, and an attempted murder charge was added during investigation.

What it means for me

It reminds general readers of the importance of resolving disputes through legal procedures.