Security Alert: Regarding Itaewon Halloween Crowd Crush as of October 30, 2022

Itaewon area (Yongsan District, Seoul) is currently closed to the public due to Halloween Crowd Crush occured on Saturday, October 29. Please follow the action below for your safety:

• If you were in the area, please contact your family and friends and let them know you are safe and OK

• Please avoid Itaewon, Hongdae(Hongik University) and other such crowded areas.

• Since National Mourning Period was declared (starting from October 30 through November 5), many events expected to draw large crowds(concerts, festivals, etc.) were canceled. However, always be aware and avoid places where there are many people.

Assistance:

Office of International Affairs

+82-2-2049-6201 / 6207

ku_exchange@naver.com

abroad@konkuk.ac.kr

Emergency

- Police: 112

- Fire Department/Ambulance: 119

- Dasan Seoul Call Center(one-stop, customized assistance for foreigners): 120