A BTS Fan Wearing a Phone Case Was Randomly Assaulted on the Streets in China

Group BTS. Photo by Big Hit Entertainment.

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bong-ju] Amid backlash from Chinese people over BTS's remarks related to the Korean War, there has been a claim that a Chinese person wearing a BTS phone case was indiscriminately assaulted while walking.

A Chinese netizen posted on Weibo (China's version of Twitter) that they were "randomly attacked on the street just for carrying a BTS phone case."

The netizen stated that they were assaulted by a citizen, resulting in a fractured leg bone and severe facial injuries, and that they plan to go to the hospital for treatment.

The post received comments such as "Do you still like BTS?", "They deserve it," and "That's unfortunate."

Earlier, on the 7th, BTS received the 'Benpleat Award' from the Korea Society, a US-Korea friendship organization, and said, "This year's event is especially meaningful as it marks the 70th anniversary of the Korean War," adding, "We will forever remember the history of hardship and countless sacrifices both countries endured together."

This remark sparked criticism in China, with people saying, "'Both countries' refers to the US and South Korea, ignoring the sacrifices of the Chinese people," and the backlash has not subsided.

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