On the 18th, the special investigation team is conducting a search and seizure at the home of Im Seong-geun, the former commander of the Marine Corps 1st Division.

Im Sung-geun, the former commander of the 1st Marine Division, who is under suspicion of lobbying for the rescue related to the death of Marine Chae Soo-geun, is appearing to clarify his position as he is summoned for questioning by the Special Investigation Team for Fallen Marines on the afternoon of the 2nd in Seocho Central Road, Seocho-gu, Seoul. (Joint coverage) /Courtesy of News1

The special investigation team has been sending investigators to search and seize Im's home since the morning.

The former division commander is the unit leader of the late Corporal Chae Soo-geun, who died after being swept away by rapid currents during a search operation for missing persons in Yecheon County, North Gyeongsang Province, in July 2023. He is facing charges related to his involvement in the death of Corporal Chae, including professional negligence resulting in death.

Earlier, the former division commander appeared before the special investigation team as a suspect on the 2nd and was interrogated. He retired from service in February this year.

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