Yoo Ah-in lands in another controversy after drug scandal; actor accused of sexual assault by a man

Korean actor Yoo Ah-in has found himself in yet another controversy. The actor, who is known for his role in the critically acclaimed film 'Burning', has been accused of sexual assault by a man. As reported by Soompi, the police have begun an investigation into the matter. However, the actor's lawyer has denied the allegations, asking people not to make "unnecessary speculation".

What has Yoo Ah-in’s lawyer said

Yoo Ah-in’s lawyer, Park Jung Hyun, said, “The claims in the criminal complaint involving Yoo Ah-in are not true. Additionally, we ask that you refrain from unnecessary speculation regarding his personal life.”

What were the accusations?

The man claimed that the actor sexually assaulted him when he was sleeping in his apartment. It neither belonged to the man nor Yoo Ah-in. Reportedly, there were other men present at the time. The alleged incident took place in Seoul’s Yongsan District on July 14, he claimed. The place didn't belong to either of the two allegedly involved in the incident. He said that there were other men present when the incident took place. The alleged account happened in Seoul's Yongsan District.

Seoul Police's statement

The Seoul Yongsan Police Station confirmed receiving a complaint against the 'Chicago Typewriter' actor from a 30-year-old man. Police have investigated the man and he tested negative for the reports, as per K-media reports. “We have not yet contacted the accused [Yoo Ah-in] about the case. We plan to call him in for questioning soon,” Sooompi quoted the police as saying.

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