"Embraced with a Loving Heart" Stepfather Sexually Abused Elementary Student Stepdaughter for 10 Years

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Choyoung] A stepfather who sexually assaulted his young stepdaughter for 10 years has been sentenced to prison.

The 12th Criminal Division of the Gwangju District Court (Chief Judge No Jaeho) announced on the 16th that A (60), who was indicted on charges of violating the Special Act on the Punishment of Sexual Crimes (sexual assault of a minor under 13 and sexual assault within a family relationship), was sentenced to 8 years in prison.

The court also ordered A to complete 80 hours of a sexual violence treatment program and imposed a 7-year employment restriction at child and youth-related institutions and welfare facilities for the disabled.

A was prosecuted for sexually assaulting or attempting to sexually assault his stepdaughter B five times between 2003 and 2012 at their home and in a vehicle.

It was investigated that A committed sexual violence against B, who was an elementary school student at the time, three times while B’s biological mother was hospitalized due to childbirth and other reasons.

When B’s biological mother confronted A after learning about the victimization, A excused himself by saying he “held B with loving feelings,” and he strongly denied the charges during the trial process.

However, the court judged that B’s statements were detailed and consistent throughout the investigation and trial, sufficiently recognizing the intentionality of the sexual crimes.

The court explained the sentencing reason, saying, “A repeatedly committed crimes to satisfy his sexual desires, neglecting his responsibility to protect and raise his young stepdaughter. This is a crime against humanity. In particular, A appeared to seek forgiveness from his stepdaughter and her mother but then reversed his stance, causing further harm. Severe punishment corresponding to the gravity of the crime is necessary.”

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