Seoul arson suspect referred to prosecution for attempted murder

What happened: Police referred a suspect in his 70s, surnamed Lee, to prosecutors on charges of arson resulting in injuries and attempted murder over fires at two patent firms in Seoul's Gangnam Ward. Key numbers: 26 people injured, Why it matters: Police concluded the attack was premeditated with intent to kill unspecified people, citing purchases of containers and lighters, a canceled phone subscription, and a lease termination with nine months remaining. A police committee decided to make his identity public, citing severe harm, the violent nature of the crime, and clear evidence.

Police referred a suspect in his 70s, surnamed Lee, to prosecutors on charges of arson resulting in injuries and attempted murder over fires at two patent firms in Seoul's Gangnam Ward.

Police concluded the attack was premeditated with intent to kill unspecified people, citing purchases of containers and lighters, a canceled phone subscription, and a lease termination with nine months remaining. A police committee decided to make his identity public, citing severe harm, the violent nature of the crime, and clear evidence.