Driver in 70s Killed in Suspected Wrong-Way Tunnel Crash in South Jeolla and Gwangju

Around 5:00 PM today (28th), a three-wheeled motorcycle collided with an oncoming SUV on a two-lane road inside Miljae Tunnel in Myoryang-myeon, Yeonggwang-gun, South Jeolla and Gwangju.

As a result of the accident, the motorcycle driver in their 70s died at the scene, while the SUV driver in their 60s sustained serious injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital.

Police believe the accident occurred while the motorcycle was driving in the wrong direction and are investigating the exact circumstances of the crash.

(Photo courtesy of the South Jeolla and Gwangju Integrated Metropolitan City Fire Headquarters)
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