A large number of people were killed and injured after a stampede occurred during Halloween festivities in Seoul, South Korea. The majority of those who were killed or injured were either teenagers or adults in their 20s.

Among the international victims were people from China, Iran, Uzbekistan, and Norway. The United States and the UK offer their condolences to the Republic of Korea. India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr Jaishankar, also offered his condolences on Twitter.

Key facts!

• A Halloween stampede in Seoul’s Itaewon district killed and injured several people.
• Experts regard it as one of South Korea’s worst disasters in recent years.
• The last Halloween party in Seoul was three years ago, and it was the first after Korea lifted its Covid-19 restrictions and social isolation.
• The Halloween crowd in Seoul, mostly young people, was crushed as it poured into a narrow lane.
• Local news reports state that most of the victims were teens or 20-somethings.
• The sad accident occurred at the Hamilton Hotel, a prominent Seoul party spot.
• However, it is unclear why the crowd stampeded into the narrow, steep alley.
• One survivor said a lot of people collapsed and fell “like dominoes” after being pushed by others.
• The Republic of Korea has received condolences from top officials around the world.
• Authorities mention that rescue efforts are underway.

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