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Police forward 'actor Kim Soo-hyun defamation' case against Gaseyeon CEO Saeyeon to prosecution
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Police forward 'actor Kim Soo-hyun defamation' case against Gaseyeon CEO Saeyeon to prosecution

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The police have forwarded the case of Garo Saeyeon, CEO of "Gaseyeon," to prosecutors for allegedly defaming actor Kim Soo-hyun.
  • Saeyeon is accused of spreading false information and damaging Kim Soo-hyun's reputation.
  • The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected as the case proceeds.

Seoul Metropolitan Police have sent Garo Saeyeon, the CEO of the YouTube channel "Gaseyeon," to prosecutors. Saeyeon is accused of defaming actor Kim Soo-hyun.

The channel "Gaseyeon" has been known for producing content that often targets celebrities, making controversial claims and accusations. In this instance, Saeyeon allegedly spread false information and made defamatory statements about Kim Soo-hyun, significantly damaging the actor's reputation.

Kim Soo-hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, had previously announced its intention to take strong legal action against "Gaseyeon" and Saeyeon for the malicious content. The agency stated that they would not tolerate such acts and would pursue all available legal avenues to protect their artist's rights and reputation.

The case has drawn attention from the public and the entertainment industry, highlighting the ongoing issues of online defamation and the need for accountability for content creators who spread misinformation. The prosecution's office will now review the evidence and decide on further actions.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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