South Korea’s Former President Park Charged in Corruption Probe
- Prosecutors accuse her of bribery, coercion, leaking secrets
- Lotte Group chairman also indicted on bribery charges
South Korea's Former Leader Arrested Over Bribery Scandal
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South Korea’s former President Park Geun-hye was charged with bribery and abuse of power, setting the stage for a trial that could result in a lengthy prison term.
Park is also accused of coercion and leaking state secrets, according to a report released by prosecutors on Monday. Lotte Group Chairman Shin Dong-bin was also indicted on charges of giving 7 billion won ($6.2 million) in bribes to Park and her friend Choi Soon-sil.