Seoul City: Special Prosecutor Raids Fire and Disaster Headquarters Over 'Power and Water Cutoff Orders' Allegations

The special investigation team led by Cho Eunseok, tasked with probing the insurrection case, has launched a search and seizure operation at the Seoul Metropolitan Fire and Disaster Headquarters in connection with allegations of orders to cut off electricity and water supplies during the period of martial law.

On July 17, the Seoul Metropolitan Government stated, "The special prosecutor's search and seizure at the Seoul Metropolitan Fire and Disaster Headquarters has been underway since 9 a.m. today," adding, "It is related to suspicions of electricity and water supply cuts during the period of martial law."

Lee Minkyoung, spokesperson for the Seoul Metropolitan Government, said, "This matter is baseless," and added, "We will cooperate and respond within the scope that does not interfere with emergency fire and disaster response operations."

In addition, the special investigation team is conducting search and seizure operations at seven locations on the same day, including the residence of former Minister of the Interior and Safety Lee Sangmin and the National Fire Agency. Former Minister Lee is suspected of having ordered the National Fire Agency to cut off electricity and water supplies to media companies during the period of martial law, allegedly under the direction of former President Yoon Sukyeol.

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