SUV Crashes into Convenience Store on Chilcheondo Island in Geoje; 70-Something Driver Claims Pedal Mix-Up

At around 6:50 PM today (September 21), an SUV crashed into a nearby convenience store from a parking lot on Chilcheondo Island in Hacheong-myeon, Geoje, Gyeongsangnam-do.

The accident shattered the convenience store's glass windows and damaged interior shelves, but fortunately, there were no casualties.

The driver of the SUV, a man in his 70s, and his passenger, identified as his wife A, were also uninjured.

Mr. A reportedly told police, "I think I mistook the accelerator for the brake while parking."

Police investigations showed no charges of driving under the influence or driving without a license.

Police are currently investigating the exact circumstances of the accident involving Mr. A.
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