A devastating accident occurred in Seoul, South Korea, when a section of the road unexpectedly collapsed, forming a massive sinkhole. A motorcyclist in his 30s tragically fell into the hole and lost his life, while a van was thrown into the air due to the sudden collapse. The incident, which took place on Monday evening, was captured in shocking visuals that have since gone viral.
Rescue Efforts and Casualties
The motorcyclist’s body was discovered after an overnight search operation led by rescue officials. When found, he was still wearing his helmet and boots, along with his Japan-made motorcycle and mobile phone nearby. Initially declared missing, authorities later confirmed his death on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the woman driving the van sustained injuries but narrowly escaped a fatal outcome.
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NEW: Motorcyclist who vanished into a sinkhole on Monday, found deceased after an 18-hour search.
The man was seen riding his motorcycle on a road in Seoul, South Korea when a 65 feet wide and 65 feet deep sinkhole opened up.
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Dramatic Footage Captures Chaos
Videos of the incident, widely shared on social media, show vehicles traveling along a seemingly normal roadway before the ground suddenly caves in. The biker had no time to react as the road crumbled beneath him. The van, which was partially swallowed by the sinkhole, was lifted into the air before the driver managed to regain control and drive to safety.
Sinkhole Dimensions and Investigation
Authorities reported that the sinkhole measured approximately 65 meters in width and depth at an intersection in the Myeongil-dong district in eastern Seoul. Officials are currently investigating the cause of the collapse to prevent future occurrences. The tragic event has raised concerns about infrastructure safety in the city, prompting urgent inspections of road conditions in the area.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of urban infrastructure failures and the importance of rigorous maintenance and safety measures.
