Following Jo Joo-bin, Choi Chan-wook also says "Thank you for saving me"... Online criticism grows

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hyung-min] Choi Chan-wook, who is accused of producing and distributing obscene materials exploiting the sexuality of elementary and middle school boys, has sparked public outrage online after saying "Thank you for saving me."

Some netizens recall the remarks of Jo Joo-bin, the operator of the Telegram 'Baksa Room,' and gather criticism toward the attitudes of both individuals.

On the 24th, before being transferred from the police to the prosecution on charges of violating the Act on the Protection of Children and Juveniles from Sexual Abuse, Choi said to reporters, "I started out of curiosity and came this far," adding, "I am thankful that adults saved me before it got worse."

He also said, "I am grateful that there are people who respect someone like me."

Regarding Choi's unusual expression of 'gratitude,' many online responses call it shameless, saying, "Jo Joo-bin's image overlaps."

Previously, in March last year, Jo Joo-bin, who was accused of producing and distributing sexually exploitative materials of women including minors on Telegram, said to reporters before being transferred from the police to the prosecution, "Thank you for stopping the devilish life I couldn't stop."

Currently, Jo Joo-bin is appealing to the Supreme Court after receiving a 42-year prison sentence in the appellate trial. The Daejeon District Prosecutors' Office's Women and Children Crime Investigation Division (Chief Prosecutor Gong Bong-suk) plans to prosecute Choi after reviewing police investigation materials and conducting suspect interrogations.

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