The monthslong investigation into the Itaewon crowd crush is coming to a close, with police planning to refer Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency (SMPA) chief Kim Kwang-ho and other officials to the prosecution this week for possible indictment.
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An analysis, based on official documents and parliamentary testimony, reveals a series of missed opportunities to prevent a disaster that led to the death of more than 150 people in Seoul.
President Yoon Suk-yeol promised Monday to reprimand those who are responsible for the Itaewon crowd crush and overhaul the police s risk management and response system. He also ma.