[Breaking] Four Confirmed Cases Among Two Retired US Military Couples in Sangju, Gyeongbuk, After Contact at 'Christmas Gathering'
[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Juhyung] The U.S. Forces Korea Command announced on the 2nd that two retired U.S. military couples living in Sangju, Gyeongbuk, tested positive for the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).
They were tested after coming into contact with another retired U.S. military couple residing in Sangju who tested positive on the 30th of last month. A total of six retired U.S. military personnel related to Sangju have been confirmed positive.
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According to the epidemiological investigation, it was confirmed that they had contact on Christmas, the 25th of last month, the U.S. military explained. It is presumed that they had a couples' gathering on Christmas Day.
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