Malaysian killed in brawl in South Korea, another arrested

Around 10 people from two rival groups had allegedly gathered after agreeing in advance to fight.

27 Jul 2026 07:29am
South Korean police have arrested a Malaysian man in connection with the fatal stabbing of another Malaysian during a group brawl in Eumseong. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
South Korean police have arrested a Malaysian man in connection with the fatal stabbing of another Malaysian during a group brawl in Eumseong. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

KUALA LUMPUR - South Korean police have arrested a Malaysian man in connection with the fatal stabbing of another Malaysian during a group brawl in Eumseong, North Chungcheong Province, The Korea Herald reported on Sunday.

The South Korean English-language daily newspaper said that the incident occurred at about 3am on Sunday at a commercial building, where around 10 people from two rival groups had allegedly gathered after agreeing in advance to fight.

According to the report, the suspect allegedly stabbed a Malaysian man in his 20s during the confrontation, leaving him critically injured.

The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital but died shortly after arrival, while another person who sustained serious injuries remains hospitalised.

Police said the suspect fled to a nearby residence after the incident but was arrested about an hour later.

Police are investigating the cause of the clash, the report added. - BERNAMA

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