[Breaking] Kim Jin-wook, Head of the Corruption Investigation Office, Says Opposition Lawmakers' Communication Surveillance Related to the Alleged Report-for-Prosecution Case
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[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Seok-jin, Legal Affairs Specialist] Kim Jin-wook, head of the High-ranking Officials' Crime Investigation Unit (Gong-su-cheo), appeared before the National Assembly's Legislation and Judiciary Committee plenary session on the 30th regarding the recent controversy over illegal wiretapping by the unit.
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In response to a question from Kwon Seong-dong, a member of the People Power Party, about the reason for wiretapping inquiries on opposition party members including Kwon, Kim said, "Since this is an ongoing investigation, I cannot disclose details in principle, but due to public interest, I will explain," adding, "I understand it is related to the alleged case of solicitation of prosecution."
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