[Photo] Another attempt to prevent Mapo Bridge suicides

Posted on : 2016-09-08 18:04 KST Modified on : 2019-10-19 20:29 KST

By the end of this month, Mapo Bridge will have taller, curved upper sections for its railings to prevent suicide attempts. The bridge has the nickname “Suicide Bridge” among Seoulites as some people have jumped off of it into the Han River. (provided by Seoul Metropolitan City)

Mapo Bridge’s current railings are decorated with hopeful messages to persuade people from attempting suicide
Mapo Bridge’s current railings are decorated with hopeful messages to persuade people from attempting suicide

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