SEOUL, Feb. 9 (Yonhap) — In preparation for K-pop sensation BTS’ highly anticipated Seoul concert on March 21, police announced Monday they will deploy counter-terrorism special forces to ensure the safety and security of attendees. An estimated crowd of up to 260,000 fans is expected to gather at Gwanghwamun Square, the concert venue, and surrounding areas.
Park Jeong-bo, commissioner of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, stated that a special task force, led by the public safety deputy commissioner, will be formed to comprehensively oversee all aspects of concert safety and security.
Police project that up to 260,000 people will congregate in the area stretching from the concert stage at the northern end of Gwanghwamun Square to Sungnyemun gate, with a significant portion (approximately 230,000) concentrated between the square and Daehanmun, the main gate of Deoksu Palace.
“While the actual turnout remains uncertain, we are preparing for the possibility of a massive gathering,” Park emphasized during a press briefing.
Crowd management will be implemented through a zoning system, categorizing the venue into four areas based on crowd density: core zone, hot zone, warm zone, and cold zone. This will allow for more effective control and response.
To address potential incidents of violence, riots, or terrorism, nine police stations will deploy 13 violent crime teams. Special police forces will also conduct anti-terrorism operations, including explosives detection and identifying individuals exhibiting suspicious behavior.
Hybe, the K-pop entertainment company behind BTS and the concert organizer, has committed to providing 3,553 security personnel. Commissioner Park indicated that the police agency may request additional security, depending on the actual crowd size. “Given the anticipated large crowds on the roads, we must be fully prepared to safeguard public safety,” he said.
Law enforcement also affirmed their readiness to crack down on ticket fraud and other illegal activities associated with the concert.
K-pop boy group BTS is seen in this photo provided by BigHit Music. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
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