Man Under Non-Detention Investigation for Sexual Assault Charges Attempts Rape After 8 Days

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Jung-yoon] A man in his 20s, who was arrested by the police on charges of sexual assault and released pending investigation, was caught again for committing a similar crime.

According to the police on the 28th, the Gangnam Police Station in Seoul has urgently arrested A (22) on charges including rape causing injury and is currently investigating.

A is accused of attempting to sexually assault a woman in her 20s at his home in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, around 8 p.m. the previous day and hitting her face and other parts. A was caught following a report from the victim who escaped about two hours later.

A was also reported and arrested by the police on charges including sexual assault on the 19th of this month. However, at that time, the police conducted a non-custodial investigation due to starkly conflicting statements between A and the victim and insufficient evidence to prove the charges.

A police official stated, "We plan to investigate by combining the previously occurred case as well," and added, "We will actively consider applying for an arrest warrant after the investigation."

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