Defector Under Investigation for Collecting Information on Fellow Defectors Under North Korean Orders
A defector is under police investigation for allegedly receiving orders from North Korean authorities to collect personal information on other defectors residing in South Korea.
On the 4th, the Ulsan Police Agency officially announced that they have opened an investigation into defector Mr. A for violating the National Security Law.
According to police authorities, Mr. A is reported to be accused of collecting personal information on defectors living in the country under the orders of the North Korean authorities.
This incident has raised concerns regarding national security and the safety of the defector community; however, the police have made it clear that Mr. A's allegations do not classify as espionage activities.
**Meaning and Penalties of Violation of the National Security Law**
The violation of the National Security Law refers to when a person receives orders from an anti-national organization or its members and engages in actions to carry out those orders.
Activities conducted under the direction of anti-national organizations such as North Korea are subject to punishment under this law.
The penalties for this charge have a wide range depending on the severity of the case, varying from the death penalty or life imprisonment to a minimum of two years in prison. This reflects the seriousness of crimes related to national security.
Currently, a Ulsan Police Agency official stated, "As this is an ongoing investigation, we cannot confirm specific details," maintaining a cautious stance.
It is expected that the investigation will uncover Mr. A's exact activities, his connections with North Korea, and the nature of the information collected.
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