[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Jin-ho] On the afternoon of the 25th, a tanker truck collided with five vehicles in a row in front of the Korea Oil Pipeline Corporation in Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do.


The accident occurred as the tanker truck driver, Mr. A, was descending a downhill road in front of the main gate of the Oil Pipeline Corporation. Unable to reduce speed, the truck struck vehicles traveling in both directions on the road.


As a result of the accident, one citizen driving a compact car died. Additionally, Mr. A, Mr. C (56) who was in a Maserati passenger car, and a passenger in Mr. C’s vehicle?three people in total?were injured and are receiving treatment.



During the police investigation, Mr. A reportedly stated, "I pressed the brake, but the vehicle accelerated instead, and I could not stop it." The police plan to file criminal charges against Mr. A according to relevant laws once the investigation is complete.


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