President Lee Orders Investigation into Missing Rebar at GTX-A Samsung Station

President Lee Jae-myung has instructed the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and the Ministry of the Interior and Safety to conduct a thorough investigation and safety checks regarding the missing rebar at the GTX (Greater Seoul Metropolitan Rapid Transit) A line's Samsung Station.

During a briefing at the Cheong Wa Dae, Chief Spokesperson Kang Yu-jeong conveyed the president's directives.

When asked about the reasons for the instructions, Kang explained, "Given the upcoming summer rainy season, the government has a responsibility to ensure safety on-site to prevent major accidents. The president has ordered relevant departments to review the causes of the incident."

Additionally, President Lee has called for strict disciplinary action against Seongdong Police Chief Kwon Mi-ye, who is under investigation for allegedly using official electric vehicles designated for emergency responses for personal commuting.

Kang reported, "The president was informed about the reports regarding Chief Kwon's misuse of emergency vehicles and has ordered a swift investigation and strict disciplinary measures to ensure that such breaches of public service discipline do not occur again."