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Yoo’s eventual death, under mysterious circumstances, left many questions unaddressed but underscored the extent of greed and corruption. Investigations revealed that safety inspectors had been complicit, having ignored the ferry’s over-capacity due to expensive and useless onboard additions, like a marble art gallery—an emblem of feigned sophistication amidst negligence.
Protest and Public Demand for Change
As candlelight vigils transitioned into public protests against the government’s failure to enforce accountability, an overwhelming sense of frustration permeated society. The government's mixture of disinformation and suppression tactics only fueled public anger, revealing a profound crisis of trust.