Police Seek Detention Warrant for Independent Lawmaker Kim Byung-kee in Bribery Case
[Domestic] : Police have requested a pretrial detention warrant for former ruling Democratic Party floor leader Kim Byung-kee over a series of allegations suggesting he received illegal political donations and used his influence to advance his son’s career. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency’s major crimes ... [more...]
Seoul police have submitted an arrest warrant for former ruling party lawmaker Kim Byung-kee, who is accused of corruption, according to officials. The investigation began last September and involved Kim's son, who allegedly received favors in exchange for helping his father. Kim is alleged to have promised legislative benefits to Soongsil University, the cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb, and a transport system company.
The police warrant request did not include accusations of money laundering involving Rep. Kang Sun-woo and Seoul city officials.
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