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Ko Wen-je Indicted for Corruption, Prosecutors Seek 28.5-Year Sentence for Bribes Exceeding $500,000
Dec 26, 2024, 03:43 AM
Ko Wen-je, the former mayor of Taipei and chairman of the Taiwan People's Party, has been indicted on corruption charges. Prosecutors allege that he accepted bribes exceeding $500,000 and misused political donations during his tenure. The charges are linked to multiple scandals, including a controversial property redevelopment project. Prosecutors are seeking a sentence of 28 years and 6 months. The case has drawn significant attention, with over 100 prominent political and business figures summoned to testify. Key individuals involved in the case, including Li Wenzong, Shen Qingjing, and Ying Xiaowei, are also facing severe penalties.
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