Lee Jae-myung Helicopter Transfer 'Special Treatment Suspicion' Reported... Seoul Police Received and Investigate 4 Cases

Hwang Ui-jo Accused of 'Illegal Filming', Verdict Expected Soon

Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, was transported by emergency helicopter from Busan to Seoul after being attacked, and multiple complaints have been filed, prompting the police to launch an investigation.

Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, is speaking at the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly on the 26th. Photo by Kim Hyun-min kimhyun81@

A Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency official stated at a press briefing on the 29th, "Currently, four complaints have been received and investigations are underway at Hyehwa Police Station, Yeongdeungpo Police Station, and Jongno Police Station," adding, "We plan to conduct investigations of the complainants and others involved."

Earlier, medical and civic organizations filed successive complaints on the 2nd, raising suspicions of preferential treatment regarding Lee’s helicopter transfer from Busan National University Hospital to Seoul National University Hospital after the attack in Busan. In addition to the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, the Busan Police Agency is reportedly conducting six investigations related to this matter.

The investigation into soccer player Hwang Ui-jo (32), who is suspected of illegal filming and secondary victimization, is expected to conclude soon. Hwang’s travel ban period ended yesterday, and no extension has been made. A police official said, "We will analyze testimonies from related parties and the materials secured so far to determine whether charges apply," adding, "We will reach a conclusion soon."

Regarding former baseball player Lim Hye-dong (28), who was subject to an arrest warrant request on charges of extortion and threats against baseball players Kim Ha-sung and Ryu Hyun-jin but was rejected by the court, supplementary investigations are underway. A police official stated, "We are analyzing the reasons for the warrant rejection and conducting additional investigations."