In December, a catastrophic plane crash claimed 179 lives, prompting bereaved families to file a criminal complaint against 15 individuals, including Jeju Air's CEO and key government figures, citing professional negligence.
Jeju Air CEO and Officials Face Criminal Complaint from Plane Crash Victims' Families
Jeju Air CEO and Officials Face Criminal Complaint from Plane Crash Victims' Families
Families of victims from the Jeju Air crash demand accountability from airline management and government officials.
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Families affected by the tragic Jeju Air plane crash that occurred on December 29 are taking legal action against 15 parties, including the airline's CEO, Kim E-bae, and South Korea's transport minister, for alleged professional negligence. A total of 72 bereaved relatives have come together to demand a deeper investigation into the incident that resulted in the deaths of 179 of the 181 passengers aboard, marking it as South Korea's most devastating aviation disaster.
The families allege that the crash was not merely an accident but a product of gross negligence and lack of adequate risk management. As investigations continue to unfold nearly five months after the disaster, authorities are still examining the specific causes behind the plane's emergency belly-landing at Muan International Airport, which culminated in an on-fire crash.
In response to this latest complaint, police have initiated a criminal investigation and have placed travel restrictions on Jeju Air's CEO. Despite the ongoing investigation, no formal charges have yet been brought against anyone involved. Family member Kim Da-hye has expressed frustration over the sluggish pace of the inquiry and proclaimed their unwavering quest for the truth. According to Kim, they are determined not to yield in their pursuit of justice.
The complaint specifically questions the actions of air traffic control at the time of the incident, along with potential violations stemming from airport construction regulations. The Boeing 737-800 was on a routine flight from Bangkok, Thailand, to Muan, South Korea, when it reported hitting a bird just minutes before its landing. The distress call prompted attempts to redirect the landing, resulting in the aircraft crashing onto the runway without deploying its landing gear, before colliding with a concrete barrier and igniting.
Earlier investigations revealed bird feathers inside the plane's engines, but authorities have not definitively linked these findings to the crash. Additionally, amid their grief, families have faced backlash and online harassment, including derogatory comments questioning their authenticity as victims. Law enforcement has detained eight individuals linked to this malicious online behavior.
The anguish and demands for accountability continue as the families seek to ensure such tragedies do not recur, pressing for justice for their lost loved ones while grappling with public dissent and ongoing investigations.
Families affected by the tragic Jeju Air plane crash that occurred on December 29 are taking legal action against 15 parties, including the airline's CEO, Kim E-bae, and South Korea's transport minister, for alleged professional negligence. A total of 72 bereaved relatives have come together to demand a deeper investigation into the incident that resulted in the deaths of 179 of the 181 passengers aboard, marking it as South Korea's most devastating aviation disaster.
The families allege that the crash was not merely an accident but a product of gross negligence and lack of adequate risk management. As investigations continue to unfold nearly five months after the disaster, authorities are still examining the specific causes behind the plane's emergency belly-landing at Muan International Airport, which culminated in an on-fire crash.
In response to this latest complaint, police have initiated a criminal investigation and have placed travel restrictions on Jeju Air's CEO. Despite the ongoing investigation, no formal charges have yet been brought against anyone involved. Family member Kim Da-hye has expressed frustration over the sluggish pace of the inquiry and proclaimed their unwavering quest for the truth. According to Kim, they are determined not to yield in their pursuit of justice.
The complaint specifically questions the actions of air traffic control at the time of the incident, along with potential violations stemming from airport construction regulations. The Boeing 737-800 was on a routine flight from Bangkok, Thailand, to Muan, South Korea, when it reported hitting a bird just minutes before its landing. The distress call prompted attempts to redirect the landing, resulting in the aircraft crashing onto the runway without deploying its landing gear, before colliding with a concrete barrier and igniting.
Earlier investigations revealed bird feathers inside the plane's engines, but authorities have not definitively linked these findings to the crash. Additionally, amid their grief, families have faced backlash and online harassment, including derogatory comments questioning their authenticity as victims. Law enforcement has detained eight individuals linked to this malicious online behavior.
The anguish and demands for accountability continue as the families seek to ensure such tragedies do not recur, pressing for justice for their lost loved ones while grappling with public dissent and ongoing investigations.
