One Judge at Seoul Northern District Court Tests Positive for COVID-19... Seven Judges Self-Quarantined

[Asia Economy Reporter Song Seung-yoon] The Seoul Northern District Court announced on the 4th that one judge affiliated with the court tested positive for COVID-19.

According to the Northern District Court, the judge showed symptoms of fever on the 2nd and did not go to work. After undergoing a COVID-19 test the previous day, the judge was confirmed positive on the morning of the 4th. The judge last attended a trial on the 25th of last month and was reported to have always worn a mask in the office and courtroom.

The Northern District Court identified the movements of the confirmed case and notified judges and court staff who had overlapping routes. The court building and related facilities were disinfected. Dobong Public Health Center conducted an epidemiological investigation and placed seven judges under self-quarantine.

A court official stated, "We will closely cooperate with health authorities and promptly take necessary measures."

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