Lee Group chairman Lee Kun - hee announces resignation , however . Lee 's decision came a few days after his indictment amid corruption charges . Lee was indicted for tax evasion and breach of trust . Prosecutors say indictment relates to a plan to transfer control of the firm to his son .
Samsung Group chairman Lee Kun-hee announces resignation , apologizes . Lee 's decision comes a few days after his indictment amid corruption investigation . Lee was indicted for tax evasion and breach of trust . Prosecutors say indictment relates to a plan to transfer control of the firm to his son .