Security Sweep in South Korea
A reported bomb threat targeting Los Angeles Dodgers’ newest star Shohei Ohtani has led to a significant investigation in South Korea as the team gears up for their first game of the season in the Seoul Series.
Security Measures
Nearly 150 police officers, sniffer dogs, X-ray detectors, and other equipment were deployed to search the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, South Korea, following a tip received by Seoul’s Guro police station regarding a potential threat against Ohtani.
Threat Details
The threat, received by South Korea’s consulate general in Vancouver, Canada, via email, warned of a possible explosion during Wednesday’s game between the Dodgers and the San Diego Padres. The sender, claiming to be a Japanese lawyer, is suspected of sending similar threats in the past.
MLB’s Response
Major League Baseball (MLB) emphasized the safety of fans and everyone involved in the game, stating that monitoring efforts, in collaboration with local authorities, would continue throughout the event. Guro police confirmed the deployment of around 350 officers for the game.
First Ever Seoul Series
Ohtani and the Dodgers are in South Korea for the inaugural Seoul Series, marking the first official MLB game held in the country. The game, part of the MLB World Tour, is set to begin at 3 a.m. in California.
New Contracts
The Dodgers made headlines with Ohtani’s $700 million, 10-year deal and Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s $325 million, 12-year contract this offseason, shaking up the baseball world.
About the Author
Dean Fioresi, a web producer at KCAL News in Los Angeles, covers breaking news in Southern California, with a keen interest in sports and entertainment.