From left: Cho Hee-pal speaks at a seminar in 2008; Cho lies in a transparent coffin during a funeral procession in Yantai, China, captured in video footage. [RESPECTABLE HOUSEHOLD ECONOMY]
[KOREAN CRIME FILES #19]
Behind the glitz and glamour seen in pop culture, Korea’s grimmest and most harrowing crime stories, some more well-known than others, continue to haunt society today. The Korea JoongAng Daily takes a deep dive into some of these stories, sharing a glimpse into the darker side of society as well as the most up-to-date known facts. — Ed.
On the night of Dec. 9, 2009, Coast Guard officials boarded a fishing boat returning to port in Taean County, South Chungcheong and surrounded a man on deck.
“Freeze! Put your hands up!” one officer shouted.
