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Ko Wen-je Indicted on Corruption Charges, Facing 28.5-Year Sentence for Bribery over $500,000 in Property Scandal
Dec 26, 2024, 04:23 AM
Ko Wen-je, the former mayor of Taipei and leader of the Taiwan People's Party, has been indicted on multiple corruption charges, including bribery and misuse of political donations. Prosecutors are seeking a sentence of 28 years and 6 months. The indictment stems from allegations that Ko accepted bribes exceeding $500,000 related to a property redevelopment project during his tenure as mayor. The case has drawn significant attention, with over 100 political and business figures being summoned to testify. Ko's indictment is part of a broader investigation into corruption within Taiwan's political landscape.
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