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flag 2022 Halloween crowd crush in Itaewon results in 160 deaths; three officers sentenced for negligence, with former chief Lee Im-jae receiving a three-year term.

flag A South Korean court has sentenced three police officers for their negligence in handling the 2022 Halloween crowd crush in Itaewon's nightlife district, which resulted in nearly 160 deaths. flag Lee Im-jae, the former police chief, received a three-year sentence, while others received two years and a suspended term. flag This marks the first official convictions over the tragedy, yet no senior officials have been charged, prompting criticism from victims' families.

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