Life sentence finalized for man who fatally shot son at birthday party
SEOUL, Oct. 7 (Yonhap) -- The top court has finalized a life sentence for a man ...
The Supreme Court has formally imposed a life sentence on a 63-year-old man for fatally shooting his own son during a birthday party in Incheon, South Korea, in July 2025, according to legal sources. The court has confirmed the earlier rulings, convicting the defendant of murder, attempted murder, and firearms control law violations.
The tragic incident occurred when the man, allegedly driven to act by a delusional belief that his ex-wife and son were conspiring to isolate him, opened fire at the victim's home. During the chaotic party, he took four lives - his 33-year-old son, his daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren. Two other individuals were also targeted but survived the attack.
The court has imposed an additional condition, mandating that the defendant wear an electronic tracking device for a period of 20 years following any potential release from custody. This measure is part of the sentence for the man's conviction, aimed at ensuring his continued monitoring and control.
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