The article discusses the investigation into the alleged external pressure exerted during the investigation into the Marine Corps death of Private Chae. Prosecutor Lim Myung-hyun’s special investigation team has imposed a travel ban on former Defense Minister Lee Jong-seop and others, suspecting that Lee exerted undue influence on the investigation led by former Marine Corps Investigation Director Park Jung-hoon. The team plans to soon conduct investigations on those with travel bans.
Special Prosecutor Lim Myung-hyun mentioned the possibility of forced investigations, including search and seizure warrants. The investigation team is also considering simultaneous investigations of related individuals.
The issue also involves potential coordination with the special investigation team handling the “Kim Kun-hee case,” regarding sharing materials after their investigations.
The investigation includes allegations that the former head of Black Pearl Invest, Lee Jong-ho, influenced the stock price of Sambu Construction. The investigation team has conducted searches of several locations, including the residences of relevant individuals.
Furthermore, the text discusses the forensic analysis of a mobile phone submitted by former divisional commander Lim, which was previously submitted to the Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials but was not decrypted due to Lim’s lack of cooperation. The investigation team plans to summon Lim again for questioning, as he previously refused to respond to many questions, instead providing a written statement.