A bridge over the Han River. This image is unrelated to the article. [Getty Images Bank]
A bridge over the Han River. This image is unrelated to the article. [Getty Images Bank]

A man in his 20s died after entering the Han River while intoxicated in Seoul.

According to fire authorities, a report came in at around 11:50 p.m. Monday that a man in his 20s, identified only as A, had fallen into the water at Mangwon Hangang Park in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

Firefighters who responded to a call from A's friend searched the area near the reported location but could not find him.

Authorities resumed the search at 7:25 a.m. Tuesday and found A dead.

A is believed to have entered the river after drinking with a friend Monday night.

Police are investigating the exact circumstances of the incident.


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