Prosecutors ask court imprison samsung heir 12 years

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Prosecutors in South Korea have asked a court to sentence Lee Jae-yong, the de facto leader of Samsung Group, to 12 years in prison for his role in a massive corruption scandal.

Lee, who is the vice chairman of Samsung Electronics and the son of the late Samsung Group chairman Lee Kun-hee, was arrested in February 2020 and has been accused of bribing former President Park Geun-hye and her close confidant, Choi Soon-sil, in exchange for favors and government support.

The prosecution's request for a 12-year prison sentence is based on the severity of the crimes committed by Lee, including bribery, embezzlement, and abuse of power. The prosecution argued that Lee's actions were "intentional and premeditated" and that he had used his position to further his own interests and those of Samsung Group.

The court is expected to deliver its verdict on Lee's case in the coming weeks. If convicted, Lee could face a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.

This case has significant implications for Samsung Group, which is one of the largest and most influential conglomerates in South Korea. Lee's arrest and potential conviction have already led to a significant decline in the company's stock price and have raised concerns about the future of the company.

The corruption scandal that led to Lee's arrest is known as the "Samsung-Gate" scandal and has been widely covered in the media. It is seen as one of the most significant corruption scandals in South Korean history and has led to widespread outrage and calls for greater transparency and accountability in the country's business and political circles.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.