BBC NEWS | Asia-Pacific | Ex-S Korea leader 'kills himself' - 0 views
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The former president of South Korea, Roh Moo-hyun, who had been under investigation for alleged corruption, has apparently committed suicide.A spokesman said Mr Roh, 62, appeared to have jumped into a ravine while mountain climbing near his home and had left a brief suicide note.
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Last month, Mr Roh apologised over allegations his family took $6m in bribes during his 2003-2008 term.
