Police in Incheon, South Korea, are conducting a thorough investigation into Saekdongwon, a residential facility for people with severe disabilities, following allegations of misappropriation of government subsidies. Early on the morning of the 20th, the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency's special investigation team began a forced search of the facility as part of their inquiry into the facility's management of financial assistance meant for residents. This search is notably the first to focus on subsidy misappropriation, separate from previous allegations concerning sexual violence against the facility’s director, Kim.

This ongoing investigation seeks to determine whether Saekdongwon has appropriately managed its subsidies and whether funds designated as disability allowances for residents have been unlawfully diverted. Prior to this formal inquiry, the police were engaged in a preliminary investigation, but they have since substantiated enough evidence to formally charge individuals involved. The police's rigorous scrutiny reflects broader concerns about the administration of public funds intended to support vulnerable populations.

The facility's director, identified as Kim, is already in custody on charges related to sexual offenses against residents, compounding the seriousness of the current inquiry into financial irregularities. As the investigation unfolds, it raises critical questions about oversight and accountability in institutions catering to individuals with disabilities, spotlighting the need for stringent measures to protect both the financial integrity and the well-being of vulnerable residents.