Prosecutors have requested a 20-year prison sentence for a former Woori Bank employee, Mr. A, who embezzled ₩17.7 billion in customer loan funds. The appeal trial comes after Mr. A was initially sentenced to 15 years. Fraudulent Loans and Misappropriation Mr. A is accused of fraudulently applying for loans under the names of 17 customers across 35 instances between July 2023 and May of last year. He subsequently misappropriated ₩17.77 billion in loan proceeds. Cryptocurrency Investment The investigation revealed that the majority of the embezzled funds were invested in cryptocurrency, highlighting a significant factor in the severity of the crime. The prosecution argues that the large sum and the nature of the investment warrant the extended sentence. The final verdict is eagerly awaited, with significant implications for banking security and employee accountability. ```
