Taxi Driver Killed After Being Hit by Drunk Driving SUV Vehicle

A drunk driver crashed into a taxi, resulting in the death of the taxi driver.
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[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Bong-ju] A drunk driver crashed into a taxi, resulting in the death of the taxi driver.

According to Cheongju Cheongwon Police Station, at around 3:25 a.m. on the 24th, an SUV driving straight at an intersection in Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju City, collided with the driver's side of a taxi.

As a result of the accident, taxi driver Mr. A (44) was seriously injured and transported to the hospital but ultimately passed away.

The SUV driver, Mr. B (28), also sustained injuries to his neck and back and was taken to the hospital.

At the time, Mr. B was found to have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.136%, which is above the level for license cancellation.

The police are investigating the exact circumstances of the accident.

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