South Korea scandal: Choi Soon-sil returns to media storm

The woman suspected of exploiting her links with South Korean President Park Geun-hye for financial gain has returned to the country to face the accusations.

Choi Soon-sil, a long-time friend of Ms Park, is accused of influence peddling and interfering in state affairs.

Ms Choi is alleged to have been involved in government business, despite having no security clearance.