In a surprising turn of events, Linda Sun, a former aide to Governor Kathy Hochul, and her husband Christopher Hu were apprehended by federal authorities on Tuesday morning.
The arrest followed an earlier raid on their Long Island residence by the FBI.
According to The New York Post, the FBI confirmed the arrest of Sun and Hu on Long Island. The specific charges against the couple remain undisclosed, as they are currently under seal. The pair is scheduled for arraignment later in the day on Tuesday.
Sources within law enforcement have indicated that the arrest is part of a corruption investigation. However, they clarified that this probe is not related to Sun's professional duties for the governor. Sun's employment with the state Department of Labor was terminated following the discovery of "evidence of misconduct," as first reported by The New York Post earlier this year.
The couple's $3.5 million Manhasset home was the subject of an FBI raid in July. Hu, in addition to owning and operating a liquor store in Flushing, Queens, has been involved in several other business ventures. One of these includes a medical equipment LLC that emerged during the pandemic.
While the specific charges against Sun and Hu remain undisclosed, their arrest underscores the importance of maintaining integrity in public service. It also raises questions about the nature of Hu's business ventures and their potential connection to the charges. As the case unfolds, it will be crucial to ensure that justice is served, and any potential corruption is rooted out.
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