Tragedy in Itaewon: The Halloween Crush

This chapter recounts the tragic events of the Itaewon crush that claimed 158 lives during Halloween festivities, highlighting the dangerous crowd conditions and inadequate police response. It explores the aftermath, including investigations, accountability issues, and public outcry, revealing deep-seated frustrations towards government ineffectiveness. The discussion provides a broader context of societal expectations and the emotional impact of the tragedy on the South Korean public.