South Korea stampede death toll rises to 120, say fire authorities

The incident took place as a large number of people fell down in a narrow alley during the Halloween events.

Reuters

October 29, 2022 / 23:49 IST

Police investigate the scene of the Halloween crush, which left at least 120 people dead, in the district of Itaewon in Seoul on October 30, 2022. (Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP)

The number of deaths reported from a stampede in a central district of the South Korean capital Seoul has risen to 120, a fire official said.

The incident took place at about 10:20 p.m. (1320 GMT) as a large number of people fell down in a narrow alley during the Halloween events.

Reuters

first published: Oct 29, 2022 11:48 pm

Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!

Advisory Alert: It has come to our attention that certain individuals are representing themselves as affiliates of Moneycontrol and soliciting funds on the false promise of assured returns on their investments. We wish to reiterate that Moneycontrol does not solicit funds from investors and neither does it promise any assured returns. In case you are approached by anyone making such claims, please write to us at grievanceofficer@nw18.com or call on 02268882347