President Lee on Neukgu’s escape: "I hope there are no casualties...authorities striving for safe capture"
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- 2026-04-10 11:33:20
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[The Financial News] President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea commented on April 9 regarding the incident in which a wolf named "Neukgu" escaped from Daejeon O-World, stating, "I sincerely hope that no casualties will occur."
The President wrote this on X (formerly Twitter) that day, sharing a news article about the search for Neukgu.
The President said, "At present, the police, fire authorities, and the military are making every effort to ensure Neukgu is safely captured and brought back," adding, "I also pray that Neukgu will return unharmed and in safety."
cjk@fnnews.com Reporter Choi Jong-geun Reporter