Teacher apprehended for allegedly threatening students with stun gun in Gumi

A middle school teacher was apprehended in Gumi on Friday after allegedly threatening students with a stun gun at the school's front gate, according to The Korea Times. No injuries were reported during the incident, but the suspect was placed under emergency hospital care due to concerns of potential self-harm and risks to others.

The suspect, who has a history of depression, was also relieved from school duties. Authorities plan to question the suspect to identify the exact circumstances of the incident and check for possible child welfare violations.

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