49 Reports of 'No Mask Wearing on Public Transportation' Recorded in Gwangju

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] In the Gwangju area, where 116 COVID-19 cases were confirmed over 10 days starting from the 27th of last month, 49 out of 112 reported cases related to not wearing masks on public transportation were recorded. There were 4 criminal charges, 34 cases closed on site, and 11 report cancellations.

According to the Gwangju Metropolitan Police Agency on the 6th, an incident occurred on the 23rd of last month at Songjeong Park subway station in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, where a passenger in their 60s assaulted a station staff member.

Earlier, on the 20th, a passenger in their 60s assaulted a bus driver at the Uncheon-ro city bus stop in Seo-gu.

All incidents reportedly occurred during disputes related to not wearing masks.

If a person boards without wearing a mask and is diagnosed positive, they may face a fine of up to 3 million won, as well as claims for damages including hospitalization and treatment costs, and quarantine expenses.

A Gwangju Metropolitan Police Agency official said, “We urge everyone to wear masks when using public transportation, and the police will strictly punish violations of related laws to protect the safety and health of Gwangju citizens.”

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