Daycare Van Crashes Into Building in Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province, Leaving One Injured

A daycare van driving along a road in Mundeok-ri, Ocheon-eup, Nam-gu, Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province, crashed into a nearby building at 12:02 PM on the 22nd.

The accident left a daycare teacher in their 50s, who was inside the van, injured in the face and other areas, and they were transported to a hospital.

Six children were also aboard the van at the time of the accident, but they were handed over to their guardians without any injuries.

A fire subsequently broke out in the van's engine compartment after the crash, but it did not lead to any further casualties.

Police are currently investigating the exact circumstances of the accident by questioning the driver and witnesses.

(Photo provided by Gyeongbuk Fire and Disaster Headquarters, Yonhap News)
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