S. Korea leader's brother receives 2-year jail term

The Seoul Central District Court also ordered Lee Sang-deuk, 77, to pay fines totaling 750 million won (US$701,600) — the same sum he was found guilty of taking in kickbacks from bankers and a businessman.

Lee, a six-term lawmaker, was arrested in July last year on graft charges and allegedly helping troubled banks avoid audits.

His activities were linked to a major corruption scandal in early 2011 when four savings banks were suspended for inadequate liquidity, triggering a wider probe.

SHARE CLOSE
Blogger		Google+
Live Journal		Plurk
Stumble Upon

Tweet

	PREVIOUS ARTICLE
	Japan envoy says territory disputes with China can be resolved

NEXT ARTICLE
North Korea warns of nuke test and more missile launches

Write a Comment

Terms

Enter your comments - 3000 characters max

Type in image code

 Receive China Post promos
 Respond to this email

Submit