Seoul Metro Bucheon Sangdong Station Restroom Death Disabled Person's Funeral Held... Police Investigation Ongoing

On the 9th at 5:57 PM, an electric shock accident occurred in the underground substation of Bucheon Sangdong Station B1, injuring two subcontractor employees with burns; subsequently, a disabled man in his 50s was found dead in a restroom 30m away, raising concerns about a possible connection, but the family held the funeral on the 12th, easing worries; police investigation results are awaited.

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Seoul Metro (President Kim Sang-beom) reported that on the evening of the 9th at around 8:09 PM, a man in his 50s with a disability, Mr. A, was found dead in the disabled restroom on the first basement floor of Sangdong Station in Bucheon. The bereaved family has since held a funeral, which has significantly eased concerns.

About two hours before Mr. A was discovered, at approximately 5:57 PM, an electric shock accident occurred in the substation on the first basement floor of Sangdong Station. At that time, two employees from a Seoul Metro partner company were inspecting the Energy Storage System (ESS) in the substation when the sudden electric shock incident happened, causing burns to both workers.

Along with the electric shock, sparks and smoke were generated, which triggered the automatic fire suppression system. This system released carbon dioxide as a fire extinguishing agent.

The disabled restroom where Mr. A collapsed was located about 30 meters away from the substation where the electric shock occurred. Consequently, it has been suggested that Mr. A may have died from carbon dioxide poisoning released at that time.

Following the death of the disabled man, Seoul Metro executives were highly tense due to concerns that the incident might be related to a fire accident. After contacting the bereaved family of the deceased Mr. A, the funeral was held on the 12th.

However, the Bucheon Wonmi Police Station is currently investigating the case, and the cause of the incident remains under scrutiny.

When a death occurs in a subway or station, it is often difficult not only to determine the cause of the accident but also to handle the aftermath properly.

Meanwhile, Seoul Metro’s management, including President Kim Sang-beom, remains constantly vigilant following a series of subway accidents.

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