Man rides personal watercraft onto Gwangalli Beach for coffee

A man in his 40s found himself in trouble with the coast guard after riding his personal watercraft directly onto the sandy shore of Gwangalli Beach in Busan. The incident occurred around 2:50 PM, prompting a report to the authorities about a personal watercraft moored on the beach with no one in sight.

Coast guard officers intercepted the man and another individual as they attempted to leave the area on the watercraft. When questioned, the man stated his intention was simply to grab coffee from a nearby cafe and use its restroom. However, his actions violated regulations prohibiting motorized water sports within 200 meters of the beach.

The Busan Coast Guard apprehended the man for violating the Personal Watercraft Safety Act. He was subsequently issued a fine for entering the restricted zone. The incident serves as a reminder that Gwangalli Beach has designated 'water leisure activity prohibited zones' extending up to 200 meters from the shoreline, strictly limiting the access of powered watercraft.

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I was going to drink coffee at a cafe near Gwangalli Beach and use the restroom.