Saemaeul Geumgo Chairman Found Dead Amid Police Investigation in Gumi

In Gumi, North Gyeongsang Province, a Saemaeul Geumgo (a Korean community credit cooperative) chairman, identified as Mr. A in his 60s, was found dead. This incident occurred while he was under police investigation, adding a layer of complexity to the situation.

Details of the Discovery

• Mr. A was discovered around 12:24 AM on a mountain in Gumi.
• His family reported him missing to the police around 8 PM the previous day after he didn’t answer his phone and failed to return home.
• A search operation involving police and fire personnel, totaling about 50 people, led to the discovery of his body around 10:45 AM.

Circumstances Surrounding the Death

• Police suspect that Mr. A took his own life.
• An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause and circumstances of his death.
• Mr. A was under investigation in connection with the election held on March 5th.

Note

Saemaeul Geumgo: It’s a unique Korean community credit cooperative. Think of it as a local bank that’s deeply rooted in the community, often involved in local development and financial support. It’s quite significant in Korean society!

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