Seoul Metro President Kim Sang-beom Apologizes Ten Days After 'Sindang Station Murder'

Kim Sang-beom, President of Seoul Metro. [Photo by Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Reporter Donghyun Choi] Kim Sang-beom, President of Seoul Metro, visited the memorial altar set up at the scene of the 'Sindang Station Stalking Murder Case' ten days after the incident, apologized to the victim, bereaved families, and citizens, and promised to prevent recurrence.

On the 24th at 11 a.m., President Kim visited the memorial space established at Sindang Station on Seoul Subway Line 2, laid flowers, and read an apology statement. He said, "I pray for the repose of the deceased who lost their life in this unfortunate incident," adding, "No matter what good measures we create, the deceased cannot come back, but I believe this incident serves as a warning to ensure that the same thing never happens again."

President Kim continued, "We will do our utmost to ensure that the sacrifice of the deceased is not in vain," and stated, "We will closely monitor blind spots at the workplace so that employees can work in a safe environment, and identify and correct improper practices and systems."

He also added, "We will do our best to uphold the honor of the deceased," and pledged, "We vow to carry on the wishes left by the deceased to create a safer subway and a workplace where people can feel secure."

Meanwhile, on the evening of the 14th around 9 p.m., at Sindang Station, construction worker Jeon Juhwan (31) murdered female station staff member A (28), who was a colleague, with a weapon. The police arrested Jeon Juhwan and, after completing the investigation, transferred the case to the prosecution. The prosecution is currently conducting supplementary investigations.

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