Police Investigate Allegations of Sexual Assault by Aide to Assemblyman Kim Won-i Against Female Staff Member

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] A female staff member in the office of Democratic Party of Korea lawmaker Kim Won-i has filed a complaint alleging sexual assault by an aide, prompting the police to launch an investigation.

According to the Mokpo Police Station in Jeonnam on the 25th, a former female staff member of Kim Won-i's office recently submitted a complaint stating that she was sexually assaulted by aide A.

The complaint reportedly states that the assaults occurred in April and July 2020 at lodging establishments and other locations.

A was reportedly dismissed from duty last month.

The police have begun an investigation and are currently summoning the complainant and others to verify the facts.