Japanese tourist’s death stokes outcry over Seoul’s ‘light’ drink-driving laws
The death of a Japanese tourist in a drink-driving crash in Seoul has sparked criticism in Japan over what many see as South Korea’s lenient punishment for such offences. A post believed to be written by the victim’s family member has drawn wide attention online, questioning whether strong penalties are possible under South Korean law. A social media user with the handle abcz8756 wrote on Tuesday, “In Korea, my mother and sister were hit by a drunk driver. My mother died, and my sister is in...