Man Arrested for Tearing Down 20 Election Banners in South Korea

Police in Uijeongbu, South Korea, have arrested a man in his 60s on suspicion of property damage, theft, and violating election law. The suspect is accused of tearing down 20 election guidance banners, each measuring 5 meters, that were displayed near polling stations in the Uijeongbu area.

The alleged incidents occurred between the evening of May 30 and June 2. During police questioning, the man stated that he believed the banners were illegal after early voting had finished and that he was collecting them. He claimed to have taken them to the local community center.

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I collected them because I thought they were illegal banners after early voting ended.

Authorities are investigating the man's claim, with some evidence suggesting he did take some banners to the community center. Police are also looking into whether he actually received payment for collecting the signs, as reports indicate he may have been using this activity as a source of income. The investigation aims to determine the full extent of his actions and any financial motives involved.

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We have confirmed that the suspect did take some banners to the community center. We plan to investigate whether he actually received money by questioning relevant parties.