[Breaking] [Itaewon Tragedy] Total Deaths 151... 54 Men, 97 Women

A massive crowd gathered in the Itaewon area of Yongsan-gu, Seoul, ahead of Halloween Day, resulting in a large-scale crushing disaster. According to the fire authorities, as of 10:30, there were a total of 233 casualties from this incident, including 151 deaths. Among the deceased, 54 were men and 97 were women. [Image source=Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Reporter Oh Gyumin] A massive crowd gathered in the Itaewon area of Yongsan-gu, Seoul, ahead of Halloween Day, resulting in a large-scale crushing disaster. According to the fire authorities, as of 10:30, a total of 233 casualties have been reported, including 151 deaths. Among the deceased, 54 were men and 97 were women.