The key facts

  • A military SUV hit a median and overturned on a highway in Daegu.
  • One South Korean soldier was killed and three were injured, including two US servicemembers.
  • The soldiers were returning to their base after a shift in Chilgok County; police notified USFK and are investigating.

Crash in Daegu

A military sports utility vehicle belonging to US Forces Korea (USFK) was involved in an accident on Monday in the southeastern city of Daegu, located about 240 kilometers (149 miles) southeast of Seoul. The Yonhap news agency, citing local police, reported that the vehicle hit a median and overturned onto its right side on the highway.

Casualties and Injuries

One South Korean servicemember assigned to USFK was killed. Three others were injured, including two American servicemembers. According to police, the four soldiers were returning to their base after finishing a shift in Chilgok County.

Investigation

Police said they had notified USFK of the accident and are looking into the circumstances of the incident. Details of the incident have not yet been disclosed.