50s on Probation for Breaking into Older Sister's Front Door with 'Jangdori' Tool
[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-woo] A man in his 50s who broke into his older sister's house with a crowbar and assaulted her over a property division dispute was given a suspended prison sentence.
The Daegu District Court, Criminal Division 3 (Presiding Judge Kim Ji-na) announced on the 10th that it sentenced day laborer A to 10 months in prison with a 2-year suspension for charges including special property damage, special trespassing, and special assault.
According to the court, A visited his older sister B's (in her 50s) house in Gyeongsan, Gyeongbuk, last March. When B did not open the door, he broke the front door lock with a crowbar and forcibly entered, leading to the trial.
A struck the dining table, assaulted B's head, and then threatened her with the crowbar.
A and B were known to have been disputing over property division.
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The court stated, "Although the victim likely experienced considerable fear, they later reached an amicable agreement and do not wish to pursue punishment. Considering the defendant's remorse and lack of prior convictions exceeding fines, the court made its decision."
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