Tag: Seoul, South Korea

Pastor Charged With Fatal Child Abuse of Disabled Boy Allegedly Misused Government Caregiver Allowances

September 14, 2026

In a recent legal development, a pastor has been formally charged with the fatal abuse of an 11-year-old disabled boy. The case has drawn significant attention due to the additional allegation that the pastor misappropriated…

Shincheonji Church of Jesus Denounces Government Investigations as Religious Discrimination Following Court Acquittals

September 8, 2026

Shincheonji Church of Jesus, a Christian organization founded in 1984 by Chairman Lee Man-hee, has voiced concerns over what it describes as religious discrimination through targeted government investigations. Despite a series of court acquittals, the…

Korean American Scholar Sues to Overturn South Korea Travel Ban Amid Defamation Probe Against President Lee

September 5, 2026

In a recent development, Morse Tan, a Korean American professor and former U.S. ambassador-at-large for global criminal justice, has initiated legal action against the South Korean government. Tan, who currently serves as the dean of…

“Prosecutorial Reforms Create Barriers for Justice in Pastor’s Fraud Case”

August 18, 2026

In a case highlighting the complexities of the current prosecutorial system, Pastor A’s experience with alleged fraud underscores the challenges faced by victims seeking justice without substantial resources. Pastor A, aiming to expand his church,…

Church Faces Formal Investigation into Allegations of Bullying and Power Abuse by Head Pastor

August 15, 2026

In recent months, a small church community in Seoul has faced significant turmoil, culminating in a violent split, a formal investigation into allegations of bullying, and the tragic loss of a young woman. This unfolding…