South Korean actor O Yeong-su, finest recognized for his position as Participant 001 in Netflix’s hit collection Squid Game, has been sentenced to at least one yr in jail following his conviction for indecent assault.
The 80-year-old veteran actor had earlier obtained an eight-month sentence with a two-year probation. Nonetheless, a current court docket ruling overturned that call, imposing a one-year custodial sentence as an alternative.
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The costs in opposition to O Yeong-su stem from two separate incidents the place he was accused of forcibly molesting a girl — claims he has persistently denied.
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At a listening to held on Thursday, April 3, prosecutors described the actor as a seasoned determine in South Korea’s theatre scene, alleging that he sexually harassed a weak junior colleague.
Native media reported that the sufferer lived in concern after the incidents, each in her private {and professional} life. Prosecutors criticised O’s response to the allegations, claiming he induced additional hurt by saying, “I did it with the guts of a father,” somewhat than providing a honest apology.
Regardless of sustaining his innocence, O addressed the court docket with regret:
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It’s humiliating to face trial at this age. If I stated or did something inappropriate, I’ll settle for the judgment. However I don’t imagine my actions amounted to assault.
If, throughout a quick interplay, my careless phrases or actions induced ache, I’m sorry. Straight away, every little thing I inbuilt 80 years has crumbled. I really feel empty. I simply wish to return to the place I belong.
The alleged incident passed off in 2017, when the actor reportedly hugged and kissed the lady close to his dwelling with out her consent. The court docket is anticipated to ship its closing verdict on the enchantment by June 3.
