Korean Streamer Praised For Saving 10+ People During Itaewon Halloween Emergency
A South Korean BJ (Broadcast Jockey), who goes by the name Vegeta is currently gaining praise from netizens for saving the lives of more than ten people during the Itaewon Halloween Emergency.
On October 29, a crowd crush in Itaewon ended up claiming hundreds of lives and leaving more with severe injuries. Videos from the scene showed many civilians stepping up to help out victims, shoulder to shoulder, with the limited number of rescue workers. Vegeta has been identified as one of those heroes.
According to reports, he went to Itaewon to live stream the Halloween festivities. When the surge happened, he was at Hamilton Alley, trapped in the crowd and fighting for his life. Vegeta could barely save himself with the help of other citizens, and as soon as he got back to his senses, he tried to rescue as many people as possible.
Witnesses said he tried saving the people leaning against the railing by grabbing the hands of those at the bottom and lifting them. In the process, he apparently saved more than ten people.
After Vegeta’s story went public, many netizens showed their appreciation for his bravery. According to a commenter, Vegeta also helped people when Seoul witnessed heavy flooding due to excessive rain in August this year.
Translation: Vegeta is so cool these days. He helped people to push their cars and move furniture in cafes during the heavy rain. I f*cking like himㄷㄷㄷ
Another commenter revealed that the livestreamer was apparently a kindergarten teacher before he became a BJ.
Translation: Guys, he used to work as a kindergarten teacher before he became a BJ. That’s why he’s really kind. That’s also why he gets hate from people, saying that his shows are boring because they’re PG Ratedㅠㅠ.
Translation:
- I hope he will move to YouTube and find success
- People like these should be more and more successful. I’m rooting for him.
Vegeta responded to all the praise with a humble message on his Afreeca TV channel.
Translation: I would like to thank everyone who has been worrying and rooting for me. I’m praying for the quick recovery of all people who were injured in the Itaewon tragedy. And may those who sadly have left us rest in peace.
