Chaos at Seoul Halloween Bash: Over 120 Dead in Horror Stampede
At least 120 people have died and 150 are injured after a deadly crush tore through Halloween celebrations in Seoul’s Itaewon district. Officials warn the death toll could climb as rescuers race to treat the wounded.
Stampede Sparks Tragedy in Packed Alleyway
Emergency crews believe the nightmare began when a huge crowd surged forward in a narrow alley near the popular 1 Hotel party spot. Choi Cheon-sik from the National Fire Agency revealed that 74 victims were confirmed dead in hospitals, with another 46 still being identified after bodies were recovered from the streets.
Police say dozens were receiving CPR right on Itaewon’s pavement, while hundreds more were rushed to nearby hospitals. More than 800 emergency workers, nearly all Seoul personnel, flooded the scene trying to control the chaos.
Celeb Buzz Sparks Deadly Rush
Local reports suggest the crush was triggered when a large crowd scrambled to enter a bar after word spread an unidentified celebrity had appeared there. The stampede unfolded amid packed Halloween festivities, turning a night of fun into a scene of horror.
President Yoon Demands Urgent Action
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol called for swift medical aid for the injured and ordered a full review of safety measures at celebration venues. An official investigation remains ongoing as the city reels from one of its deadliest public disasters.
