Broken massage chairs on Dokdo spur LG response

A social media post claiming that two LG massage chairs used by the Dokdo Security Police could not be repaired due to the islet’s remote location went viral this week, prompting the company to offer free after-sales service.

LG Electronics said Wednesday that it had contacted the police unit to verify the circumstances and would provide free repairs for the two massage chairs, along with other LG products at the station, including a system air conditioner.

The controversy began Tuesday when an