Summary
Squid Game actor O Yeong-Su, 81 years old, has been acquitted of sexual misconduct charges by a South Korean court. He was initially found guilty in 2024 of assaulting a woman in 2017 but the verdict was overturned due to doubts about the victim's memory and O Yeong-Su's participation in classes on sexual violence. The alleged victim criticized the ruling, stating her intention to continue speaking out.
Key Facts
- O Yeong-Su, 81, is an actor known for his role in "Squid Game."
- He was charged in 2022 with sexually assaulting a woman twice in 2017.
- In 2024, O Yeong-Su was found guilty and given a suspended prison sentence.
- A South Korean court overturned his sentence, citing doubts about the victim's memory.
- The court noted O Yeong-Su's participation in sexual violence education.
- The alleged victim reported the incident in 2021, but initially, the case was closed.
- South Korean prosecution reopened the case later at the alleged victim's request.
- The victim stated that she will continue to speak out against the ruling.
