A 60-year-old man underwent a warrant substantive review today following an incident where he drove a truck into a sharing market event in Anseong, Gyeonggi Province, resulting in seven casualties, according to local authorities. The suspect faces charges under the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Settlement of Traffic Accidents for causing death and injury.
Suspect Appears for Warrant Review
The man exited the detention center at the Gyeonggi Pyeongtaek Police Station at approximately 10 a.m. today. When reporters asked if he had anything to say to the bereaved families, he stated that he had committed a sin deserving of death. When further questioned about whether he admitted to the charges or why he drove the vehicle into the event grounds, he repeatedly answered with apologies before boarding a transport vehicle to the court.
The Suwon District Court’s Pyeongtaek Branch began the pre-arrest interrogation for the suspect at 11 a.m. today. Court officials and investigators expect the decision regarding whether to issue the arrest warrant to emerge as early as this afternoon.
Details of the Crash at the Anseong Sharing Market
The collision occurred on Saturday the 19th at approximately 11:20 a.m. at a park in Gongdo-eup, Anseong, where a sharing market event was taking place. According to police records, the 1-ton truck plowed directly into the gathering. The impact killed a 40-year-old woman and her 10-year-old son who were volunteering at the event, while leaving five other individuals injured.
Did You Know? The suspect in custody is employed as a fixed-term worker for the Anseong City Hall.
Police Investigation and Conflicting Statements
Investigators detained the man immediately following the crash and subsequently filed for an arrest warrant. During initial police questioning right after the accident, the suspect claimed he mistook the accelerator pedal for the braking system. However, law enforcement officials report that he later changed his stance, claiming instead that the vehicle experienced sudden unintended acceleration.
To verify these conflicting claims, police sent the accident vehicle to the National Forensic Service for a detailed technical appraisal. The ongoing forensic examination aims to provide definitive data on the mechanical state of the truck at the time of the crash.
Frequently Asked Questions
What charges does the driver face?
The 60-year-old suspect faces charges under the Traffic Accident Special Cases Act for causing death and injury.
When did the incident take place?
The crash occurred on Saturday, the 19th, at approximately 11:20 a.m. at a park in Gongdo-eup, Anseong.
What are the suspect’s shifting explanations regarding the crash?
The suspect initially told police he mistook the accelerator for the brake pedal, but later changed his statement to claim the vehicle suffered from sudden unintended acceleration.
How will forensic analysis of the truck impact the ongoing legal proceedings regarding the driver’s shifting statements?