Arson Investigation Underway in Jangseong Following House Fire

Jangseong Police Station in South Jeolla Province, South Korea, has applied for an arrest warrant for a man in his 60s, identified as Mr. A, in connection with an arson incident. The fire targeted the home of his employer, Mr. B, allegedly due to a dispute over unpaid wages.

Details of the Incident

On March 9th, authorities responded to a fire at a single-family home in Jangseong-eup, Jangseong-gun. The residence, owned by Mr. B, sustained significant damage, with most of the structure being destroyed by the blaze. Fortunately, no one was residing in the house at the time of the incident, and no injuries were reported.

Suspect’s Confession and Surrender

Mr. A is accused of intentionally setting fire to Mr. B’s property after a disagreement regarding 3 million won in unpaid wages. Following the alleged act, Mr. A voluntarily surrendered to the Gwangju Northern Police Station.

Investigation and Legal Proceedings

The Jangseong Police Station is currently investigating the case and has requested an arrest warrant for Mr. A. The investigation will determine the full extent of the damages and gather evidence to support the charges.

About Jangseong

Jangseong-gun is a county located in Jeolla Nam Province, South Korea, with a population of 55,986 as of 2001. Jangseong is also historically known as the birthplace of Hong Gildong, a legendary figure in Korean folklore.

Location of Jangseong Police Station

The Jangseong Police Station is located on Yeongcheon-ro in Jangseong-eup. See the Jangseong Police Station on Mapcarta.

This article is based on reports from Yonhap News TV and information available from official sources as of March 12, 2026.