Conspiracy Theory on Lee Jae-myung Attack?…Kang Seon-woo Says "An Attempt to Stab Someone to Death... Basic Lines Must Be Respected"

"Can You Talk About Conspiracy Theories Even If It's Your Own Family?"

Kang Seon-woo, spokesperson for the Democratic Party of Korea, warned that the various suspicions surrounding the transfer of Lee Jae-myung, the Democratic Party leader who was attacked, from Busan to Seoul National University Hospital are "inappropriate interpretations."

On the 3rd, Kang appeared on MBC Radio's 'Kim Jong-bae's Focus' and emphasized, "Considering various subsequent processes, it seems there was a judgment that it was better to transfer him to Seoul National University Hospital," adding, "The medical staff's judgment was the same."

Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, is hospitalized for treatment after a stabbing attack, while the Supreme Council meeting is being held at the National Assembly on the morning of the 3rd. Photo by Yonhap News

Regarding Lee's transfer by helicopter, some have criticized, saying, "If he was transferred to Seoul National University Hospital, it means it was not a severe injury," and "Why dispatch a doctor helicopter if it is not a severe case?" In response, Kang said, "It was an incident where the neck area was almost fatally injured by a suspect with intent to kill," and questioned, "Would anyone say such things even if they were close to him or his family?"

Kang stated, "After sufficient consultation between the medical staff and family, he was transferred to Seoul National University Hospital and underwent a very serious surgery that was successfully completed. The claims from some quarters are close to conspiracy theories," adding, "They are trying to find fault by any means, but I hope they do not go that far."

Regarding suspicions that the suspect was a former Democratic Party member, Kang requested, "I hope people refrain from speculating about which party he belonged to or his character." He said, "The essence is that a person was almost killed by being stabbed in the neck with a weapon," and added, "If the police investigating the case determine that party affiliation is necessary to the essence of the case, they will officially request it."

Kang also addressed claims circulating on YouTube and other platforms that the attack was a staged act by Lee himself, saying, "There is a basic line we must uphold," and urged, "I hope we do not go below that line."

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