Bomb Threat Against Dodgers' Star Shohei Ohtani Sparks Massive Investigation in South Korea
March 21, 2024, 9:48 pm
A bomb threat targeting Los Angeles Dodgers' star Shohei Ohtani led to a massive investigation in South Korea as the team geared up for their first game of the season in the Seoul Series. Nearly 150 police officers, sniffer dogs, and X-ray detectors scoured the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul after an email threat was received, prompting concerns of a potential explosion during the game. The sender, claiming to be a Japanese lawyer, triggered a high-security response, with MLB, Seoul police, and local officials closely monitoring the situation. Despite the intense search, no explosives were found, easing fears as the Dodgers prepared to make history with the first official MLB game in South Korea. The star-studded team, including Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, has already made headlines with record-breaking contracts, adding to the excitement surrounding the Seoul Series. As the game approached, the focus shifted from security concerns to the anticipation of a historic matchup between the Dodgers and the San Diego Padres, set to captivate fans in South Korea and beyond.