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Son files criminal complaint over alleged blackmail plot

Son files criminal complaint over alleged blackmail plot

Summary

Tottenham football player Son Heung-min has reported a case to South Korean police, claiming he was a target of blackmail involving a false pregnancy accusation. Police have detained a man and a woman in connection with the allegation.

Key Facts

  • Son Heung-min is the captain of Tottenham Hotspur.
  • He filed a criminal complaint with South Korean police, saying he was blackmailed.
  • A woman allegedly claimed she was pregnant with Son's child and asked for money.
  • A man reportedly tried to get money from Son by enhancing the woman's claim.
  • South Korean police have detained the woman in her 20s and a man in his 40s for extortion attempts.
  • Son's agency stated that he is clearly the victim in this situation.
  • The agency also said they would pursue strong legal actions against those involved.
  • Son has played for Tottenham since 2015, scoring 173 goals in 451 matches.
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