South Korea police seek detention warrant for HYBE chairman, Yonhap says
21/04/2026 03:00
SEOUL, April 21 (Reuters) - South Korean police have requested a detention warrant for Bang Si-hyuk, the chairman of Kpop agency HYBE, the Yonhap News Agency reported on Tuesday. Bang has been investigated for involvement in illegal securities trading. He has previously denied any wrongdoing. HYBE did not have an immediate comment when contacted by Reuters. (Reporting by Jack Kim Editing by Ed Davies) ((jack.kim@thomsonreuters.com; +822 6936 1455;))
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