Police Arrest Man in His 40s for Assaulting Wife and Spraying Flammable Liquid

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Jung-yoon] A man accused of assaulting his wife and pouring flammable liquid on himself and his office has been arrested by the police.

On the 28th, according to the police, the Seocho Police Station in Seoul arrested Mr. A (49) on charges of assault and attempted arson of a dwelling.

Mr. A is accused of repeatedly hitting his wife with his feet and fists around 12:10 PM on the 28th on the 7th floor of an officetel in Seocho-dong, and pouring thinner on himself and inside the office.

The police, who received a report from Mr. A’s son who witnessed the scene, opened the entrance door and separated Mr. A and his wife. It was reported that Mr. A attempted self-harm by biting his tongue after being arrested.

Mr. A reportedly said he committed the crime in a fit of anger after fighting with his wife. The police are investigating the details of the incident.

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