Burglar who targeted actress Kim Gyu-ri is same man who approached broadcaster Seo Dong-ju
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- Broadcaster and lawyer Seo Dong-ju revealed that the man who broke into actress Kim Gyu-ri's home was the same person who had previously approached her home.
- The man had posed as a gas meter reader in January, gaining access to Seo's home by sending text messages and then taking photos inside.
- Seo Dong-ju reported the man after discovering he was not a legitimate employee, and he was later arrested after attempting to break into her home again.
Broadcaster and lawyer Seo Dong-ju has shared a shocking experience where the man who committed a burglary at actress Kim Gyu-ri's home was the same individual who had previously targeted her. Seo Dong-ju recounted the incident on her YouTube channel, detailing how the man had gained access to her residence by posing as a gas meter reader.
That person, I really thought he was my fan... the shocking identity of the stalker.
According to Seo Dong-ju, the man approached her in January, identifying himself as "Kim Sang-min," a gas meter reader. He sent text messages requesting access to her home, claiming he needed to inspect the gas connections and boiler. Seo Dong-ju, not suspecting anything, allowed him inside. The man then proceeded to take photos of various parts of the house, including the water meter, claiming it was necessary for his job. Seo Dong-ju later realized her mistake when she encountered a real gas meter reader who confirmed the man was not an employee.
The burglar who broke into actress Kim Gyu-ri's house in May 2026 and committed robbery and assault was the same person as the stalker who came to my house at the beginning of the year.
Seo Dong-ju immediately reported the incident to the police. However, the man later reappeared near her home, attempting to force entry and climb over the fence. He was apprehended by a neighbor who witnessed his actions and took photos, leading to his arrest. Seo Dong-ju expressed her ongoing fear and anxiety, noting that she was unable to move from her home, which the perpetrator knew.
At first, I thought it was a stalker targeting only Seo Dong-ju, but I was shocked to hear that he was the same person who broke into Kim Gyu-ri's house. It is not common for a stalker to target multiple people in such a short period.
The individual in question was initially investigated without detention. However, he was subsequently arrested and sent for trial after breaking into Kim Gyu-ri's home in Seoul's Bukchon Hanok Village in May. He allegedly demanded money and assaulted Kim Gyu-ri and an acquaintance.
Hello, I am a gas inspector. I plan to visit around noon tomorrow. Please reply if you see this message. My name is Kim Sang-min.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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