A recent incident of collective protest by customers occurred at a casino in Jeju Island, South Korea, designated for foreigners. About 50 Chinese nationals questioned the fairness of the games, leading to a riot. Local police intervened and arrested three Chinese men.
Time and Location of the Incident
The incident took place around 5:30 PM on September 24th, at a casino on Jeju Island that is open exclusively to foreigners. According to a statement released by the Jeju Western Police Station on September 25th, the incident was triggered by customers questioning the operational standards of the casino games.
Cause and Course of the Incident
According to eyewitnesses, the incident began when a Chinese customer noticed unusual dealer behavior during a card game and voiced an objection on the spot. This led to a strong reaction from other Chinese customers present, with about 50 customers participating in a collective protest, plunging the casino into chaos for about 20 minutes.
Police Action and Arrests
After receiving the report, the police quickly arrived at the scene to handle the situation. Three Chinese men were arrested for allegedly shouting loudly, lying on the casino floor, and engaging in physical altercations with casino security personnel. The police stated that these three individuals are suspected of assaulting three security officers and could face charges of "inciting business obstruction" and "violent injury."
Customer Doubts and Statements
The protesting customers claimed that two different colored decks of cards appeared at the dealing table. When security personnel attempted to retrieve these abnormal cards, it sparked suspicions of irregular operations at the casino. These doubts eventually led to a rapid escalation of emotions and conflict among the group.
Investigation Progress and Evidence Collection
The police are currently reconstructing the entire incident through surveillance footage and plan to apply for arrest warrants to further investigate. The investigation will focus on whether the casino's game operations were standard and on determining specific responsibilities during the conflict.
Impact of the Incident and Public Attention
This incident has sparked discussions on the operational standards and fairness of casinos designated for foreigners, with ongoing public attention to the case's developments. It has also prompted concerns about the effectiveness of casino safety management measures and dispute resolution mechanisms.
