In the wake of a terrifying series of copycat knife incidents, Thai citizens are being urged to exercise caution while in South Korea. These chilling acts of violence, reminiscent of a horror film, have recently taken two lives and left several more brutally wounded. In response, the Thai embassy in Seoul, the bustling South Korean capital, has issued an advisory for its citizens visiting the prominent Asian country, instructing them to stay alert amidst this worrying surge in criminal activity.
The embassy’s official statement, released just yesterday, reported that the string of horrific incidents dates back to July 21. The grim sequence started off near the Sillim Train station, in the heart of Seoul. The ensuing pandemonium resulted in one tragic death and three individuals critically injured, abruptly turning an ordinary day into a shocking nightmare.
On August 3, in an event horrific enough to send chills down one’s spine, a wrongdoer drove a car into a crowded shopping mall in Seongnam city, located in Gyeonggi Province, before viciously attacking people with a knife. This heinous act of violence claimed one life and left 13 others severely injured, according to a report by Sanook.
In their latest update on August 6, the South Korean police shared alarming news: they are currently investigating 46 individuals who have been posting ominous messages on the internet, threatening to commit public murders. Most of these blood-tingling posts seem to emanate from Seoul, their content disturbingly akin to the horrific crimes that have taken place.
The Thai embassy in Seoul recommends the following safety measures for Thai nationals in South Korea: First and foremost, maintain a high level of vigilance when utilising public transport, stay attentive to your surroundings and limit the use of mobile devices and earphones. Next, stick to the main routes and avoid dimly-lit, isolated alleys if travelling solo. Staying in public, crowded locations increases the likelihood of receiving assistance when needed. Furthermore, do not hesitate to scream for help during an assault (In Korean, “help” is 도와주세요, pronounced as To-wa-ju-se-yo). Lastly, if Thai citizens in South Korea find themselves in need of emergency help, they can reach out to the consular section of the embassy at +8210-6747-0095 or +8210-3099-2955.
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