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Cheerleader WunWun Stabbed by Obsessed Fan; Lawyer Explains Suspect's Mindset

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • A member of the Taiwanese baseball team CTBC Brothers' cheerleading squad, known as "WunWun," was attacked with a knife during a private photo shoot.
  • The suspect, a 52-year-old fan, reportedly spent a large sum on merchandise and became fixated after not receiving a response on social media.
  • WunWun underwent surgery and is in stable condition, while legal experts suggest the suspect may have delusional beliefs about a relationship.

A member of the CTBC Brothers' cheerleading squad, "WunWun," is recovering after a knife attack during a private photo shoot on Saturday. The 28-year-old performer, whose English name is Jessie, was participating in an event hosted by Chin Giano Photography when a 52-year-old man identified as Hsu allegedly attacked her.

WunWun, known for her sweet appearance and tall stature, has been a fan favorite for six years. She joined the Passion Sisters cheerleading squad in 2023 after a career as an outdoor model and a stint on the variety show "Come Hear Me Out." She stands at 170 cm and is popular among fans.

According to police, Hsu was an obsessive fan who had spent hundreds of thousands of New Taiwan dollars on WunWun's merchandise. He had reportedly been tagging WunWun extensively on social media recently without receiving a response, which may have triggered the attack.

Lawyer Lin Chih-chun commented on the incident, noting that while public figures like cheerleaders and models gain many fans, some may harbor delusions. He explained that for most people, these performances are simply a job, but for individuals with mental health issues, they might perceive a personal connection. WunWun and other injured parties were immediately sent for medical treatment. Her surgery was successful, and she is reportedly out of immediate danger.

Fans are great, but who knows if there are any weirdos among them? Normal people know that cheerleaders dancing or posing for photos is just business. She's just working.

— Lin Chih-chunA lawyer commenting on the suspect's potential mindset and the nature of the performer-fan relationship.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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