1 dead, 11 injured in suspected arson at apartment building in South Korea’s capital
- Asia
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 11:13 | 21 April 2025
- Modified Date: 11:14 | 21 April 2025
At least one person was killed and 11 injured in a suspected arson attack at a high-rise apartment building in South Korea's capital Monday, local media reported.
The fire broke out at a 21-story apartment building in Seoul, with police suspecting that a man committed arson, Yonhap News Agency reported.
Two of the injured were taken to a hospital after plunging from the building.
The other nine suffered minor injuries, including smoke inhalation and trouble breathing.
Police are tracking down the suspect.
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