Investigators carry out search at ex-President Yoon's personal dwelling as part of bribery investigation
Breaking: Former President Yoon's Residence Raid Amid Corruption Probe
Dive into the latest drama unfolding in the heart of Seoul, as police officers stand guard outside the posh Acro Vista apartment complex, a residential paradise in Seocho District, following the raids on the former home of South Korea's ex-president, Yoon Suk Yeol. The authorities are vying for evidence of improper ties that could link Yoon and his wife, Kim Keon Hee, with a shaman named Jeon Seong-bae, otherwise known as Geon Jin.
The Centre of Attention: Jeon Seong-bae
This shaman has managed to weasel his way into the limelight, stirring intrigue and speculation with his alleged links to the ex-president. What makes Jeon so intriguing, you ask? Well, reports suggest that he may have leveraged his connections to secure political appointments and lucrative business opportunities, even meddling in the Unification Church’s activities in Cambodia.
Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife, Kim Keon Hee, are said to have received luxurious gifts, such as a 60 million won diamond necklace and a high-end handbag, from a Unification Church official, channeled through Jeon.
Under the Microscope: Prosecutors Seek to Unravel the Web
Investigators are diving deep into the cash trail, unearthing a 30 million won cash transfer disguised as a “prayer fee” from the Unification Church official to Jeon. One can practically hear the gears turning as they work to piece together whether any of these alleged gifts found their way to Kim Keon Hee and if Jeon played an instrumental role in lobbying on behalf of the involved parties.
Legal Challenges Mount for Yoon Suk Yeol
The investigation coincides with Yoon’s recent indictment on May 1 for abusing his power in connection with his martial law decree[3]. Previously, he had faced a January 2024 insurrection charge, a conviction which could carry a life sentence or even the ultimate punishment[3][5]. As a result of his impeachment in April 2025 and the loss of presidential immunity, South Korea is now gearing up for a snap election on June 3 as they grapple with the fallout from Yoon’s legal troubles.
[1] https://www.yna.co.kr/view/AKR20230501042000319?section=news&category=politics[2] https://www.khaleejtimes.com/middleeast/asia/south-korea/former-president-yoon-indicted-for-abuse-of-power[3] https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/4/25/south-korea-former-president-yoon-suk-yeols-private-home-raided[4] https://www.reuters.com/business/former-president-yoon-linked-unification-church-investigation-2023-05-01/[5] https://www.dw.com/en/south-koreas-yoon-indicted-for-martial-law-abuse-in-2023/a-61591599
- The ongoing investigation into former President Yoon Suk Yeol's residential raid involves politics and general news, as his alleged ties with a shaman are under scrutiny.
- Reports suggest that the shaman, Jeon Seong-bae, may have used his connections for personal gain, even involvement in politics and business dealings.
- In addition to the corruption probe, Yoon is also under indictment for abusing his power, and faces legal challenges that may carry severe penalties.
- The 2025 impeachment of Yoon and the loss of presidential immunity led to a snap election on June 3, as society grapples with the fallout from the ex-president's legal troubles.
- Central to the investigation is the flow of funds, including a 30 million won cash transfer disguised as a "prayer fee," from a Unification Church official to Jeon Seong-bae.
- The arts community may also be affected by the outcomes of this investigation, considering the alleged role of Jeon in influencing the Unification Church's activities in Cambodia.
- As books on politics and war-and-conflicts continue to be written about Yoon Suk Yeol's presidency and the subsequent investigation, the public awaits further developments in this intriguing story.
