The legal representative of actress Kim Sae Ron's family, lawyer Bu Ji Seok, is now under scrutiny by law enforcement following accusations of spreading false information regarding actor Kim Soo Hyun. The investigation stems from allegations made by Bu Ji Seok, claiming that Kim Soo Hyun's team violently attacked a whistleblower identified as "A." This individual purportedly possessed an audio recording containing sensitive details about Kim Sae Ron and Kim Soo Hyun's past.
According to a report by Xports News on May 14th, an unnamed individual has filed a formal complaint against lawyer Bu Ji Seok. The complainant alleges that the lawyer abused his position by presenting unsubstantiated claims as factual evidence during public appearances and press conferences. Following an internal review of the matter, the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission (ACRC) has referred Bu Ji Seok's case to the appropriate legal authorities for further investigation.
The complaint against Bu Ji Seok also implicates Kwon Young Chan, a comedian who has transitioned into a YouTuber. Kwon is accused of collaborating with the lawyer in the dissemination of false accusations against Kim Soo Hyun. Specifically, Bu Ji Seok had alleged that the actor orchestrated a brutal assault on the individual in possession of the supposed audio recording after the person refused to hand it over. To support these claims, Kim Sae Ron's lawyer presented photographs purportedly depicting the assault, stating that he had received them from the victim's spouse. However, these images were later discovered to be readily available stock photos, further undermining the credibility of the allegations.
The crux of the fabricated controversy revolved around an alleged audio recording in which Kim Sae Ron purportedly stated that Kim Soo Hyun initiated a sexual relationship with her when she was underage, during her middle school years. This shocking claim, along with assertions within the audio that individuals associated with Kim Soo Hyun's agency, GOLDMEDALIST, were intimidating and capable of harmful actions, and that YouTuber Lee Jin Ho was causing her distress through repeated inquiries, has been definitively proven to be false. The individual who allegedly possessed the audio recording has since admitted to fabricating the entire content.
The circulation of such demonstrably false and damaging information has understandably provoked outrage among netizens. Consequently, one individual took legal action by filing a complaint against both Bu Ji Seok and Kwon Young Chan, accusing them of misusing their authority and influence to spread baseless accusations.
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