Police Launch Investigation into Coupang Scandal Case Involving Former CEO Park Daejoon
The police have officially launched an investigation into the case filed against former CEO Park Daejoon and the corporation Coupang regarding the large-scale customer information leak.
On December 17, the Songpa Police Station in Seoul announced that on December 11, they had summoned attorney Jang Jiwoon from Daeryun Law Firm, who represents Mr. A and others who filed a complaint against Coupang and former CEO Park for violations of the Personal Information Protection Act and breach of duty, among other charges.
The police reportedly questioned attorney Jang regarding the alleged personal information leak and breach of duty detailed in the complaint, in connection with the customer information leak incident.
On December 5, Daeryun Law Firm filed a complaint with the Songpa Police Station, stating that former CEO Park and others, as those responsible for handling and managing personal information, neglected their duty to implement safety measures to prevent information leaks.
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After questioning the complainant, the Songpa Police Station transferred the case to the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency.
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