South Korean Police Provide Protection to Ruling and Opposition Party Leaders
Police began protection for the leaders of South Korea's ruling Democratic Party and main opposition People Power Party on Sunday after reports of online threats. The protection started earlier than the planned May 21 start of the official campaign period ahead of June 3 local elections.
en.antaranews.comPolice placed the leaders of South Korea's ruling Democratic Party and main opposition People Power Party under protection on Sunday following reports of online threats. The Seoul Yeongdeungpo Police Station launched an investigation into alleged assassination threats against Rep.
Jung Chung-rae, leader of the ruling Democratic Party, after the party requested protection. The threats were reported in group chatrooms on social media.
The National Police Agency activated dedicated protection teams for Rep. Jung and Rep. Jang Dong-hyeok, leader of the People Power Party, starting Sunday afternoon. The teams had originally been scheduled to begin operations on May 21 when the official campaign period for the June 3 local elections starts. The protection covers both party leaders ahead of the upcoming local elections.
Key Facts
Potential Impact
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Police resources will be allocated to protect both party leaders through the election period.
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Investigation into the reported online threats will continue during the campaign period.
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