South Korean City Official Arrested for Illegally Filming Woman on Way to Work

A department head-level official in Uijeongbu City, South Korea, has been arrested on charges of illegally filming a woman on the street during his morning commute. The incident has led to his suspension from duty pending the outcome of the investigation.

The official, identified by the surname A and holding a Grade 5 civil servant position (Sa-gup), allegedly committed the act on June 10 around 7:40 AM. He was reportedly walking to work when he encountered the woman, identified as B, and proceeded to film her body without consent. When confronted by the victim, A attempted to flee but was apprehended by police who responded to a report of the incident.

Authorities have taken A's mobile phone for digital forensic analysis as part of the ongoing investigation. Although arrested on the night of the incident, he was later released and is now being investigated without detention. Uijeongbu City has placed A on administrative leave, and disciplinary action will be determined based on the investigation's findings.

The case falls under the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes, specifically the offense of using a camera or other similar devices to film someone. The city administration has stated its intention to decide on disciplinary measures once the investigation is complete.