Reported about 1 year ago
On July 8, 2024, Kinmen County Commissioner Zhang Zhen-Wang, chairman of the Nationalist Party, was detained and denied visits by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors' Office over corruption allegations and was released on bail of NT$5 million; evidence suggests he was involved in an illicit scheme related to the development of the Huaya Technology Park. Key evidence implicating Zheng in corruption includes a translated transcript from a bug mentioning sending money to him, and footage of an individual carrying a black bag entering his residence. Upon learning of the investigation, Zheng rushed to repay the money, claiming it was a loan relationship. Despite initial dismissals by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors' Office due to insufficient evidence, the case was reopened three years ago and saw action in June, leading to the arrest and detention of individuals involved, with Zheng denying any wrongdoing and resigning as chairman of the Nationalist Party. Despite professing innocence, the corruption scandal continues to unfold; Zheng was ordered to post bail of NT$5 million. On his 57th birthday, Zheng was arrested and bailed out, causing a stir across various sectors. Zheng's past controversies include degree revocation for plagiarism and a leaked video; he has vigorously denied these claims and vowed to defend his innocence. More on the story can be found in the full article.
Source: YAHOO