On October 13, a 60-year-old man wielded a knife at the Homeplus store in Guwol-dong, Incheon, injuring seven people and leaving one in cardiac arrest. Reports indicate that the man was armed with knives in both hands during the attack.
According to police and fire authorities, a call reporting the stabbing incident was received at 1:49 PM. Officers who arrived at the scene arrested the suspect, identified as Mr. A, on charges of assault and other offenses. A search of Mr. A's bag revealed multiple knives in addition to the one used in the attack.
Witnesses reported that Mr. A moved between the basement level and the second floor of the shopping center, attacking people as he rode the escalator. The assault only ceased when bystanders intervened. Witnesses stated that Mr. A was seen with knives in both hands.
Currently, the eight injured individuals have been transported to nearby hospitals for treatment, with one person reported to be in cardiac arrest.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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