Man in His 70s Attempts Self-Immolation Near Presidential Office, Currently Undergoing Treatment in Hospital

Injuries Not Life-Threatening

A man in his 70s was reportedly transported to the hospital after attempting self-immolation in a public restroom at a park near the presidential office in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

According to Yongsan Police Station and other sources, a report was received at around 11:10 p.m. on November 25 that a man in his 70s, identified as Mr. A, had attempted self-immolation in the restroom of a park across from the War Memorial of Korea.

Mr. A poured a flammable substance on himself inside the restroom and then stepped outside. At that moment, a police officer passing by noticed him and asked, "Where are you going?" As the officer spoke, flames ignited on Mr. A's body. An officer from the 202nd Guard Unit used a fire extinguisher to put out the fire.

Mr. A suffered second-degree burns to his face and was transported by ambulance to the hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment. His injuries are not considered life-threatening.

A total of 64 personnel were dispatched to the scene, including 42 firefighters, 8 police officers, and 14 security staff. No additional injuries or damage occurred.

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