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Pastor Hailed a Hero for Rescuing Kids Is Jailed for Sex Abuse

ABUSE OF POWER

Chun Ki-won was considered a national hero for his work helping escapees from North Korea.

Dan Ladden-Hall
Dan Ladden-Hall 

Breaking News Editor

Pastor Chun Ki-Won has been sentenced for sexually abusing North Korean minors in his care.
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Dan Ladden-Hall

Dan Ladden-Hall

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