"Stopped taking photos"... Fell to death at Obongsan Mountain in Gyeongju

A man in his 60s, who was taking photos on Obongsan in Seomyeon, Gyeongju City, fell 20 meters and died.

According to the Gyeongbuk Fire Department on the 16th, at around 1:33 PM the previous day, Mr. A (in his 60s) fell 20 meters off a cliff while taking photos at Obongsan (632m) in Cheonchon-ri, Seomyeon, Gyeongju.

The fire department, upon receiving the report, deployed 22 personnel to the scene, rescued Mr. A, and transported him to the hospital in a state of cardiac arrest, but he died.

The rocky outcrop where the accident occurred is a flat rock formation about 20 meters high located at the summit of Obongsan Mountain. It is a popular spot where many hikers seek out the edge of the rock to take photos against the scenic backdrop. Additionally, it has gained fame as a filming location for movies and dramas, attracting many tourists and hikers from across the country.

The police are investigating the exact details of the accident, including witness statements.

There are many accidents happening when people go mountain climbing on Sundays~

Healing is good, but safety is more important ~ Always watch your surroundings carefully ~