60s Male Sets Himself on Fire in Critical Condition in Gwangju

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] A man in his 60s set himself on fire and fell into a critical condition in Gwangju.

According to the Gwangju Bukbu Police Station on the 16th, around 5:40 PM that day, A (62) poured a volatile substance on his body and set it on fire in an empty lot in Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City.

A sustained second to third-degree burns and was transported to the hospital, but is currently reported to be in critical condition.

The police are investigating the exact circumstances of the incident by questioning people around A.

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