On May 30, Allkpop reported that a male singer temporarily called "A" (name withheld) - who used to be part of a 6-member boy band - went to court for sexually assaulting a member of the same group. The Seoul Central District Court - South Korea issued a verdict, sentencing the 25-year-old singer to 2.5 years in prison, suspended, for the crimes of sexual assault and harassment.
If during the period of probation, "A" violates the law, he will be sentenced to 3 years in prison. In addition, "A" will be required to complete an 80-hour sexual violence treatment program.
"A" received a suspended sentence for his actions.
"A" was previously accused of raping a fellow group member between 2017 and 2021. The incident occurred in the dormitory and practice room. "A" was subsequently forced to leave the group and was prosecuted. "A" admitted to sexual harassment but denied allegations of sexual assault or rape.
Because the media did not disclose the identity of "A", the incident became a topic on forums. Many speculated and inferred from the data found to determine who "A" was and which group it was. They expressed their dissatisfaction with the victim and criticized "A".
Also on May 30, reality TV star Yang Ho-seok was sentenced to 10 months in prison for sexual assault. He was also ordered to complete a 40-hour sex addiction treatment program.
Yang Ho-seok received 10 months in prison
Previously, Yang Ho-seok was accused of sexually assaulting a female employee at an adult entertainment facility located in Seoul.
Yang Ho-seok is a model, former bodybuilder, and has appeared in several reality TV shows related to dating.
The Korean entertainment industry has been shocked by major sex scandals that have been exposed in the media. Recently, the suicide of a male teacher at a famous Korean art high school after being accused of sexually assaulting and abusing many female students for many years shocked public opinion. In particular, the school mentioned is the place where many famous young singers and actors in Korea are trained. The school is even called "idol academy".
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