Devastating news coming from Itaewon, South Korea. At least 151 people dead, and 82 others were injured when a mass of mostly young people celebrating Halloween in Seoul became trapped and crushed into a narrow alley near a nightlife district of Itaewon on Saturday night.

Updated sources indicate at least 151 people have been killed and at least 82 others are injured following a stampede and crush event at a Halloween party near 173-7 Itaewon-ro. The event occurred around the Hamilton Hotel and Itaewon Station. Emergency services remain on the scene. Continue to avoid the area.

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol declared a period of national mourning Sunday, after a deadly stampede at a packed Halloween event in the district of Itaewon in Seoul.

“This is a picture sent by the survivors of Itaewon, with bruises all over the body and difficulty breathing. She witnessed the suffocation of a girl shorter than her on the spot, which caused her not only physical pain but also psychological fear.”

SM has announced that the release of Chen’s 3rd mini album ‘사라지고 있어 (Last Scene)’ will be postponed in the wake of the Itaewon tragedy. They expressed their gratitude to fans for their interest in his album & will keep us posted once the new release date has been confirmed.

South Korea has announced a national mourning period due to the Itaewon tragedy. All entertainment shows/events will likely be postponed or canceled to show respect and express condolences. Sending our prayers and condolences to all affected by this tragedy.

The National Mourning Period was announced in South Korea until November 5 in light of the Halloween tragedy in Itaewon, Seoul.