President Moon Jae-in’s protocol secretary Kim Jong-cheon resigned Friday after he was caught driving under the influence of alcohol.
According to Cheong Wa Dae, Kim was caught driving under the influence at around 1 a.m. Friday, near the presidential office.
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Kim Jong-cheon (Yonhap) |
The presidential office said Kim immediately reported the incident to presidential chief of staff Im Jong-seok and handed in his resignation. Kim also filed a report with Cheong Wa Dae’s disciplinary office.
Moon was informed of the matter Friday morning and ordered Kim’s resignation to be processed immediately.
By Choi He-suk (
cheesuk@heraldcorp.com)
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