Prosecutors "Investigating Jeon Du-hwan's Grandson's Revelations... Reviewing for Possible Criminal Aspects"

The prosecution is reviewing whether to investigate the recent revelations made by the late former President Jeon Du-hwan's grandson regarding the family's alleged hidden slush funds and other criminal suspicions.

Former President Jeon Du-hwan and his grandson

A Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office official stated on the 16th, "We are examining the statements made by the former president's grandson as reported in the media," adding, "We are looking into whether there are any aspects that could constitute a crime."

Jeon Woo-won, the son of Jeon Jae-yong, the former president's second son, has been exposing the family's criminal allegations on his social media (SNS) account since the 13th. The core of his claims is that tens of billions of won in assets flowed only to him, while other family members received even more. He also alleged that his father has been conducting fraudulent activities in Korea under the guise of being a preacher, using slush funds hidden in the United States, and that the Napa Valley winery in California operated by his uncle, Jeon Jae-man, the former president's third son, "smells of black money."

Jeon Jae-guk, the former president's eldest son, claimed to be running a company worth several hundred billion won through a 'front man,' naming construction companies, Herb Village, and Nasmedia among others. He also posted real names, photos, and captured SNS conversations, alleging that acquaintances around him are involved in crimes such as sexual offenses and drug abuse.

In 1997, former President Jeon was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Supreme Court on charges including rebellion and bribery, along with a confirmed fine of 220.5 billion won. To date, approximately 128.3 billion won has been collected, leaving 92.2 billion won outstanding. However, under the current Criminal Procedure Act, the enforcement of unpaid fines is halted if the liable party dies. The prosecution continues to pursue the collection of remaining funds through auction proceeds and new legal grounds (judicial settlement) that allow for seizure.

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