Seoul Police Chief Expresses "Regret" Over Yang Kyung-soo, Minnochoong Chairman's Refusal to Comply with Arrest Warrant

Choi Kwan-ho, Commissioner of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency [Image source=Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Reporter Jeong Dong-hoon] Choi Gwan-ho, Commissioner of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, expressed regret over Yang Kyung-soo, Chairman of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU), defying the police's execution of an arrest warrant after forcibly holding a rally in downtown Seoul last month.

At a press briefing held on the 30th at the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency in Jongno-gu, Seoul, Commissioner Choi said, "We attempted to execute the first warrant on the 18th, but (Chairman Yang's side) did not comply," adding, "That part is regrettable. All citizens must comply with warrants issued by the court. We will enforce this strictly."

Regarding future plans to execute the arrest warrant, he stated, "Law enforcement must be consistent for the same illegal acts," adding, "However, it must be done in a way that the public can accept. Considering surrounding conditions, we will take strict measures at an appropriate time and in an appropriate manner."

On the investigation into the late-night vehicle protest by the Self-Employed Emergency Response Committee, he said, "On the 6th, the committee's representative appeared for police questioning, and after supplementary investigation, they will be promptly sent for prosecution without detention."

Regarding the response to the weekend outdoor worship services of Sarang Jeil Church, Commissioner Choi said, "They hold outdoor worship every week, and the risk of infection is a serious concern," adding, "The police are cooperating with the Seoul Metropolitan Government to prevent violations of the Infectious Disease Prevention Act. We are responding by securing spaces to prevent gatherings from occurring."

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