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South Korean Reservist Commits Suicide After Deadly Killing Spree

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A South Korean reservist committed suicide after killing one soldier and wounding three others at a training site in Naegok-dong, a neighborhood of Seoul. One of injured is reported to be in a critical condition.

A South Korean reservist committed suicide after killing one soldier and wounding three others at a training site in Naegok-dong, a neighborhood of Seoul. One of injured is reported to be in a critical condition.

The 23-year-old shooter, identified only as Choi, opened fire at his fellow soldiers at approximately 10:40 a.m. (01:40 a.m. GMT). An investigation into the shooting is currently underway.

The incident took place during an annual three-day training session. South Korean reserve soldiers have to participate in them for a period of up to eight years following compulsory military service.

Shooting incidents are not uncommon in South Korea.

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