Police Officer Accused of Sexual Assault on Civilian Not Prosecuted, Reinstated to Police Substation

Separate Discussion on Internal Disciplinary Actions

[Asia Economy Reporter Jang Sehee] A current police officer who was under investigation for allegedly sexually assaulting a civilian complainant has been cleared of charges. However, controversy has arisen as he was reinstated to a police substation in Seoul without any internal disciplinary action being decided.

On the 3rd, the Seocho Police Station in Seoul decided not to prosecute Sergeant A, who is affiliated with the Gangnam Police Station and was recently involved in a sexual assault allegation case. Sergeant A is currently reinstated at the Sinsa Police Substation in Seoul.

A police official explained that after reviewing the statements from both parties involved, it was judged difficult to recognize the incident as a sex crime. The official added that there were no disputes in the content of the statements from both sides.

However, internal police disciplinary action will proceed separately. The police official stated, "We will determine the level of discipline after comprehensively reviewing the related facts."

Meanwhile, Sergeant A is accused of sexually assaulting a female civilian complainant, Ms. B, who had come in July to report a fraud victimization. After contacting her to offer additional advice, he met her outside, had a separate drinking session, and allegedly committed the assault.

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