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At least 154 people died in a stampede in Itaweon

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol visited an altar set up near Seoul City Hall to mourn the 154 people killed in a crowd crush, as his government launched an investigation into one of the country’s deadliest incidents in years.

Proper crowd and traffic control by South Korean authorities could have prevented or at least reduced the surge of Halloween party-goers in alleys that led to a crush and the deaths of 154 people, safety experts said on Monday.

Actor was among the 154 people who died in the tragedy in South Korea’s capital

Across South Korea, events such as autumn foliage festivals and K-Pop concerts are canceled, and grief-stricken communities are putting off gatherings after a Seoul crowd crush killed at least 154 people, threatening to crimp growth further.

Shops closed and concerts cancelled after Halloween party surge kills more than 150 people, as questions raised over crowd control

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Police are investigating footage of the disaster and speaking to witnesses

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol called for safety measures over unorganised large gatherings during a meeting on Monday, his spokesman said, following a Halloween stampede in Seoul over the weekend that killed more than 150 people.