16-year-old survivor from Sewol Ferry tragedy attempts suicide
On December 23rd, Korean media reported that a female student who had survived the April Sewol Ferry accident had attempted suicide.
Sewol ferry salvage operation to begin soon
On November 12th, it was announced that the South Korean government would start salvage operations for the Sewol ferry, which is projected to take at least one year to complete.
“Sewol” ferry captain sentenced to 36 years in prison
On November 11th, Lee Joon Seok, captain of the Sewol ferry, was sentenced to 36 years in prison for neglecting his duties as a captain.
