Police Refer Two Fair Trade Commission Officials Who Leaked Investigation Information to Companies

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Gwan-joo] The police investigation into allegations that current and former employees of the Fair Trade Commission leaked investigation information to corporate brokers is nearing its final stages.

On the 2nd, Police Deputy Commissioner Song Min-heon stated at a press briefing, “Out of four current and former Fair Trade Commission officials, two who are suspected of bribery have been sent to the prosecution with a recommendation for indictment,” adding, “The remaining two, who are suspected of leaking official secrets, are under further investigation.”

Earlier, the Police Major Crimes Investigation Division had booked four Fair Trade Commission officials on charges of providing various information, including investigation schedules, to a broker associated with Sajo Industries.

This broker, who previously served as a private advisory member of the Fair Trade Commission, reportedly offered entertainment and hospitality to Fair Trade Commission officials and obtained investigation information related to Sajo Industries, which was then passed on to the company. The broker has been detained and sent to prosecution.

Among the four Fair Trade Commission officials under police investigation, three are former employees and one is currently serving. A police official explained, “The two under additional investigation will be summoned for questioning soon,” and added, “We will investigate violations of relevant laws.” The police also plan to verify whether there are more related companies or current and former Fair Trade Commission officials involved.

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