What to do during traffic accidents in Korea
What to do in case of a traffic accident:
- Step 1: Check for injuries
- Step 2: The driver and passengers should stop the car immediately. If possible, do not move the vehicle.
- Step 3: People who are able to should take necessary measures to provide assistance to casualties
- Step 4: Report the incident to the nearest police station or substation by calling 112
- Step 5: Take photos or videos of the extent of the damages (if possible)
- Step 6: Go to the hospital for checkups (as necessary)
- Step 7: Report the incident to the insurance company
Information to be reported:
- Where the accident happened
- When the accident happened
- The number of casualties and extent of injuries (if any)
- What was damaged, and the extent of the damage
- Measures taken
Prohibitions on hindering reports during accidents:
- If a traffic accident occurs, passengers should not hinder the driver or other people from reporting the accident
- Everyone involved in the accident (driver, passengers, witness, etc.) should be respectful, and show good behavior, regardless of the legal process.
What to do if you witness a hit-and-run accident:
- Help the victim and call 112 to report the accident.
- Report everything you could remember from the accident
- License plate number
- Make (Brand, model, year)
- Color
- etc.
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