‘Euthanasia of Rescued Animals’ Former Care CEO Park So-yeon Receives Suspended Prison Sentence in Appeal Trial
Former Care animal rights organization representative Park So-yeon, who was prosecuted on charges including euthanizing rescued animals, was sentenced to a suspended prison term in the appellate court.
On the 7th, the Criminal Division 9 of the Seoul Central District Court (Presiding Judge Lee Seong-bok) overturned the original sentence of 2 years imprisonment for Park, who was indicted for violating the Animal Protection Act and defamation, and sentenced her to 2 years imprisonment with a 4-year suspension.
The court stated, "Even activities by civic groups for the public interest must not exceed the limits permitted by law," and "The defendant caused the death of some animals due to lack of shelter space, and some victims petitioned for severe punishment of the defendant."
However, the court explained the sentencing reason by saying, "This case was not solely for personal private gain, and the defendant is deeply reflecting on her mistakes."
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Park was non-custodially indicted in December 2019 on charges including euthanizing 98 animals between 2015 and 2018 to secure space in animal shelters and reduce animal treatment costs. The first trial court sentenced Park to 2 years imprisonment.
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