Shinhan Bank Employee Embezzles 1.7 Billion Won and Goes on the Run, Police Launch Search

Paul Lee Reporter

hoondork1977@alphabiz.co.kr | 2025-03-21 06:00:23

 

 

[Alpha Biz= Paul Lee] It has been revealed that a Shinhan Bank employee embezzled approximately 1.7 billion won and then went into hiding, prompting the police to launch a manhunt.


According to the police on Thursday, the Gangdong Police Station in Seoul has filed charges against employee A for embezzlement during his time at Shinhan Bank's Apgujeong branch.


A is accused of embezzling around 1.7 billion won while handling export and import trade account-related tasks from December 2021 to July of the following year at the Apgujeong branch and others.


A allegedly forged export and import documents and caused false loans, using the funds for personal gain.


After transferring to another branch, A resigned and is currently on the run.


The police are currently tracking down A's whereabouts.


A police official stated, "A complaint was filed after A went on the run, and we are currently in the process of locating him."

 

 

 

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