Police search Starbucks Korea over the intent behind its Tank Day promotion

Police searched Starbucks Korea's headquarters and other premises over wording used in its Tank Day promotion. According to the report, investigators were examining the planning and review process and the intentions of those involved, gathering internal messages and documents. An earlier company audit had been limited by its inability to obtain some materials.

A search is an evidence-gathering step and does not establish intent or unlawful conduct. The topic distinguishes internal investigations, independent law-enforcement inquiries and responsible responses to historical harm.