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Suspected double voting reported in Mokpo during local elections
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Suspected double voting reported in Mokpo during local elections

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • An instance of suspected double voting was reported in Mokpo during South Korea's 9th simultaneous local elections.
  • An individual who had already voted in the early voting period allegedly participated in the main election voting.
  • Election officials are investigating the incident and will take necessary actions if double voting is confirmed.

Election officials in Mokpo, South Jeolla Province, are investigating a suspected case of double voting that occurred on June 3, the day of the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections. The incident was reported at a polling station in Sang-dong, Mokpo.

According to the South Jeolla Election Commission, a voter who had already cast their ballot during the early voting period was allegedly found to have participated in the main election voting on election day. A poll worker reportedly identified the issue and alerted the Mokpo City Election Commission.

We are reviewing the entire voting process, including the management of the voter registry.

โ€” Election Commission OfficialExplaining the steps being taken to investigate the suspected double voting incident.

Under South Korean election law, individuals who vote early are not permitted to vote again in the main election. Election commission officials stated that they are reviewing the entire voting process, including the management of the voter registry, to ascertain the facts of the case.

If the investigation confirms that double voting occurred, the election commission has indicated that it will take appropriate measures. The commission emphasized its commitment to ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.

If the double voting case is confirmed, we will take the necessary measures.

โ€” Election Commission OfficialStating the potential consequences if the investigation finds evidence of double voting.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.