A Man in His 30s Found Dead While Night Haerujil Fishing in Seogwipo, Jeju

[Jeju=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Hwang Jeongpil] A man in his 30s who was night fishing near Beophwan Port in Beophwan-dong, Seogwipo City, was transported to a medical facility in cardiac arrest but passed away.

According to the Seogwipo Coast Guard on the 8th, around 9:30 PM the previous day, two people were seen sending light signals while approaching the rocky shore near Beophwan Port by a nearby angler, who reported it to 119.

When the dispatched police unit arrived at the scene after receiving the report, it was confirmed that a man in his 30s fishing in the sea was unconscious, discovered by his companion Mr. B. A nearby angler saw the emergency light signals and movement toward the rocky shore and made the report.

The 119 rescue team pulled Mr. A out of the water, performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and transported him to a medical facility, but he ultimately died.

The Seogwipo Coast Guard plans to investigate the exact cause of the accident, including whether safety regulations were violated.

A Seogwipo Coast Guard official said, “Please strictly follow safety rules during underwater leisure or coastal activities, and check your personal health condition beforehand. Refrain from activities if you have any abnormalities.”

Jeju=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Hwang Jeongpil panax33@asiae.co.kr

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