Motorcyclist Found Dead After Falling Into Massive Seoul Sinkhole

The 20-meter-wide sinkhole, suspected to be caused by a broken water main, has raised urgent concerns about urban infrastructure safety and government accountability.

A motorcyclist who fell into a massive sinkhole in Seoul was found dead after 17 hours of rescue efforts, officials confirmed Tuesday.
The sinkhole, located in the Myeongil-dong neighborhood, measured approximately 20 meters wide and 20 meters deep and remains at risk of further collapse.
Authorities suspect a broken water main pipe caused the sinkhole, but investigations into the exact cause are ongoing.
Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon has called for enhanced safety measures and accountability to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Local residents had reported precursor signs of ground instability weeks prior, raising questions about the adequacy of preventive measures and government responsiveness.

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