Tragic Accident Claims Life of Police Officer Riding Electric Scooter

A tragic incident occurred in Jeonju, South Korea, where a police officer lost his life after falling from an electric scooter late at night. According to the Jeonju Wansan Police Station, the accident took place around 1:44 AM on May 23, involving a police officer in his 50s, identified as Officer A, who was riding the scooter in Wansan-gu. He reportedly hit a curb on the sidewalk, causing him to fall and sustain severe injuries to his head and neck. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, he succumbed to his injuries. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident, noting that the area was dark at the time, which may have contributed to Officer A's inability to see the curb. A police spokesperson stated that Officer A was returning home after personal activities and that there were no signs of alcohol consumption, suggesting it was a simple accident.