On the 2nd, an unidentified man was found dead on a beach in Samcheok, Gangwon-do, and the Coast Guard began an investigation. According to the Donghae Regional Coast Guard, a report was received around 9 a.m. that a body was found on the white sand beach of Hanjae Beach, Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok-si. The Coast Guard dispatched to the scene recovered the body of a man estimated to be in his 40s or 50s. The Coast Guard is confirming the exact identity of the deceased, while leaving open all possibilities, including criminal connection. The circumstances are being investigated. (Samcheok = News 1)