Following a devastating crash that claimed 179 lives in December, families of the victims are pursuing legal action against airline and government officials for alleged professional negligence. They express frustration over the slow investigation and aim to bring awareness to the matter.
Families of Jeju Air Crash Victims Demand Justice Through Legal Action
Families of Jeju Air Crash Victims Demand Justice Through Legal Action
Relatives of those who perished in a tragic plane crash file a complaint against key officials, including Jeju Air's CEO, citing negligence and demanding a more thorough investigation.
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In a poignant development following last December's catastrophic Jeju Air crash, families of the deceased have taken legal steps by filing a criminal complaint against 15 individuals, including South Korea's transport minister and the airline's CEO, citing professional negligence. This complaint, submitted by 72 bereaved relatives, comes in the wake of a horrific accident that resulted in the deaths of 179 out of the 181 people aboard, marking it as South Korea's deadliest aviation disaster.
The families believe the crash was more than a simple accident, labeling it a "major civic disaster" and pointing to negligent management that contributed to the preventable tragedy. Almost five months post-incident, investigations into the causes of the crash are ongoing, yet no formal indictments have been made thus far. Kim Da-hye, one of the bereaved family members, expressed discontent with the investigation's perceived stagnation, stating, "We are filled with deep anger and despair.”
The complaint expands its scope to question the roles of government officials, airline personnel, and airport staff in the crash's circumstances. Concerns raised include the possibility of improper actions by air traffic control, as well as whether recent construction alterations violated safety regulations. The incident occurred on December 29, when the Boeing 737-800, having taken off from Bangkok, reported a bird strike and subsequently attempted to land without its landing gear deployed. After a heart-stopping belly landing at Muan International Airport, the aircraft overran and exploded upon impact with a concrete structure.
Despite the discovery of bird feathers in the plane's engines, investigators have yet to determine the full impact of the bird strike. The tragedy has also provoked a distressing online backlash against some of the relatives, with viral conspiracies alleging they are either seeking to exploit the situation for compensation or are not genuine victims. Law enforcement has acted against this by apprehending eight individuals for making derogatory online comments.
The families' drive to seek accountability and justice reflects a broader demand for enhanced aviation safety measures to prevent future tragedies.
In a poignant development following last December's catastrophic Jeju Air crash, families of the deceased have taken legal steps by filing a criminal complaint against 15 individuals, including South Korea's transport minister and the airline's CEO, citing professional negligence. This complaint, submitted by 72 bereaved relatives, comes in the wake of a horrific accident that resulted in the deaths of 179 out of the 181 people aboard, marking it as South Korea's deadliest aviation disaster.
The families believe the crash was more than a simple accident, labeling it a "major civic disaster" and pointing to negligent management that contributed to the preventable tragedy. Almost five months post-incident, investigations into the causes of the crash are ongoing, yet no formal indictments have been made thus far. Kim Da-hye, one of the bereaved family members, expressed discontent with the investigation's perceived stagnation, stating, "We are filled with deep anger and despair.”
The complaint expands its scope to question the roles of government officials, airline personnel, and airport staff in the crash's circumstances. Concerns raised include the possibility of improper actions by air traffic control, as well as whether recent construction alterations violated safety regulations. The incident occurred on December 29, when the Boeing 737-800, having taken off from Bangkok, reported a bird strike and subsequently attempted to land without its landing gear deployed. After a heart-stopping belly landing at Muan International Airport, the aircraft overran and exploded upon impact with a concrete structure.
Despite the discovery of bird feathers in the plane's engines, investigators have yet to determine the full impact of the bird strike. The tragedy has also provoked a distressing online backlash against some of the relatives, with viral conspiracies alleging they are either seeking to exploit the situation for compensation or are not genuine victims. Law enforcement has acted against this by apprehending eight individuals for making derogatory online comments.
The families' drive to seek accountability and justice reflects a broader demand for enhanced aviation safety measures to prevent future tragedies.
