Son Jeong-min's Friend's Side "Google Expresses Willingness to Provide Personal Information of Malicious Commenters... Will Continue with Lawsuit"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Jung-yoon] The friend A of university student Son Jeong-min, who went missing in the Han River and was found dead, revealed that they received a response from Google indicating willingness to comply with requests for personal information of YouTubers or malicious commenters.

On the 7th, Jung Byung-won, a lawyer from the law firm One & Partners representing A, stated, "Regarding the letter the law firm sent to Google Asia on the 19th of last month, Google replied that they would comply if Korean investigative authorities request personal information of YouTubers or malicious commenters through a warrant."

He added, "Until now, Google had refused requests from Korean investigative authorities for personal information of YouTubers or individuals who commented on YouTube videos, even when requested via search and seizure warrants," explaining, "Google's stance has changed."

Furthermore, Lawyer Jung said, "We will continue to file complaints against YouTubers or malicious commenters who have defamed or insulted the friend and family."

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