Unveiling the Enigmatic Shaman Supposedly Linked to Yoon
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Blow to Former President Yoon as Shaman's Home Raided
In the midst of ongoing controversies, Jeon Seong-bae, a well-known South Korean shaman, found himself under the spotlight once again as his residence was raided by prosecutors recently. The 65-year-old, also known as Geon Jin, has been at the center of various corruption allegations linked to former President Yoon Suk Yeol's administration.
Last December, a bundle of 50,000 won notes was discovered during the search, sparking further investigations.
Mounting Allegations:
Jeon Seong-bae has been embroiled in active investigations since late 2024, accused of receiving illegal political funds during the 2018 local elections. He was arrested in December 2024, mainly because of the campaign finance allegations.
However, the allegations don't stop there. Prosecutors suspect Jeon of acting as an intermediary in delivering luxury gifts to former First Lady Kim Keon Hee, shortly after Yoon took office in 2022. The gifts, which include a diamond necklace, luxury handbag, and premium ginseng, were reportedly provided by a senior Unification Church official.
** questionable ties:**
The investigations have raised concerns about Jeon's potential role as a conduit for illicit gifts within Yoon's inner circle. The recent raids on Yoon's residence are aimed at uncovering evidence related to Jeon's activities, shedding light on undisclosed connections within Yoon's administration.
Prosecutors are exploring whether these transactions could be considered bribery or improper influence over government affairs during Yoon's presidency. The former president's tenure came to a sudden end in April 2025, following a constitutional court removal. The investigations are still ongoing, with potential charges ranging from corruption to organized crime involvement.
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- The recently raided residence of South Korean shaman Jeon Seong-bae, also known as Geon Jin, is under scrutiny due to his alleged ties with former President Yoon Suk Yeol, as investigations continue to uncover evidence of illegal political funds and questionable gifts.
- General news outlets have reported on the ongoing investigations against Jeon, who was arrested in December 2024 for campaign finance allegations and suspected of serving as an intermediary for luxury gifts to former First Lady Kim Keon Hee.
- The investigations into Jeon's activities have raised concerns about potential bribery or improper influence on government affairs during Yoon's presidency, with prosecutors seeking evidence that could lead to charges ranging from corruption to organized crime involvement.
- As Yoon's private home is scrutinized for potential connections between him and the shaman, the southern region finds itself once again embroiled in war-and-conflicts-related politics, providing evidence of Yoon's complicated past in the political arena.
