20s Given Probation for Assaulting Minor Over Rumors

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[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Yeon-ju] Two men in their 20s who assaulted a minor for allegedly speaking ill of them were found guilty in court.

On the 13th, the Jeju District Court Criminal Division 1 (Chief Judge Choi Seok-moon) announced that A (22), who was charged with violating the Act on the Punishment of Violent Acts, etc. (joint injury), confinement, and special threats, was sentenced to 10 months in prison with a 2-year probation.

He was also ordered to undergo probation and perform 120 hours of community service.

The court stated, "A has a prior record of juvenile protection measures for joint injury charges and has not been forgiven by the victims. However, considering that the defendant appears to acknowledge his wrongdoing and is remorseful, and that he has no criminal record heavier than a fine, we have taken these factors comprehensively into account in sentencing."

A is accused of calling out victim B (18), who was playing games at a PC bang in Seogwipo city, Jeju, around 2 a.m. on July 24, 2018, and repeatedly hitting his face together with accomplice C (24).

As a result, B reportedly suffered a fractured bone near his eye, was diagnosed with a six-week recovery period, and received hospital treatment.

A and the other man reportedly committed this crime because victim B was allegedly spreading bad rumors about them.

They also took the injured B to C's house and confined him there for about 12 hours, preventing him from leaving.

The court sentenced C, who committed the crime together, to a fine of 4 million won, considering his efforts toward recovery.

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