Chinese Nationals Arrested for Operating Jeju Prostitution Ring
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Chinese nationals have been arrested for operating a prostitution business in Jeju, South Korea.
- The suspects allegedly used an online platform to arrange sex work in an apartment, targeting Chinese tourists.
- Police are pursuing two additional suspects residing overseas and are working to confiscate criminal proceeds.
South Korean police have arrested two Chinese nationals for allegedly operating a prostitution ring in Jeju, targeting Chinese tourists. The suspects are accused of using an online platform to facilitate sex work from an apartment in Jeju.
Jeju police arrested a 30-year-old woman, identified as 'A', and are investigating a 30-year-old man, identified as 'B', on charges of violating laws related to the facilitation of prostitution. Two other suspects, who reside overseas, are currently being tracked by authorities.
The operation reportedly involved setting prices ranging from 110,000 to 500,000 South Korean won (approximately $80 to $360 USD). Police apprehended suspect 'A' in an apartment in Yeon-dong, Jeju City, on June 18 and subsequently obtained an arrest warrant. Authorities are also pursuing procedures to confiscate the illicit profits generated from the operation.
This case highlights concerns about illegal activities involving foreign nationals in tourist destinations like Jeju. Police are continuing their investigation into the full details of the operation.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.