After the Finals... 'Burning Trotman' Hwang Young-woong Assault and Tattoo Allegations

"Tattooed Bully Assault" - "Claim of Injury Record" Victim's Statement
Production Team "Checking for Prior Disqualifications... Surprised"

Hwang Young-woong, a contestant on MBN's entertainment program 'Bultaneun Trotman' who recently finished recording the finals, has been embroiled in allegations of assault and a criminal record. The production team stated, "There are limitations in thoroughly investigating personal pasts," and added, "It takes time."

Hwang Young-woong was considered a strong favorite to win on 'Bultaneun Trotman,' a survival competition to select the best trot singer. He ranked first in the nationwide vote as soon as the show premiered on December 20 last year, and recently secured first place in the semifinals, continuing his winning streak.

Hwang Young-woong [Photo by MBN 'Bultaneun Trotman']

Recently, a YouTuber claimed that Hwang Young-woong has a record of assault. The YouTuber relayed the statement of Mr. A, who alleges he was a victim of assault by Hwang Young-woong. Mr. A claimed that during a birthday party with friends, a verbal altercation broke out with Hwang Young-woong, who then assaulted him by punching and kicking his face after he had fallen. Mr. A later filed a complaint against Hwang Young-woong, but the latter counter-sued for mutual assault, and the case was settled with a payment of 3 million won for medical expenses and other costs.

The production team of 'Bultaneun Trotman,' which recently completed recording the finals, found themselves in a difficult situation. As the controversy grew, the team explained on the 23rd, "During the audition, we obtained consent from participants who wished to join to check for any disqualifying reasons and collected written pledges as part of internal procedures."

They continued, "The contestant involved in the controversy also went through this process and, like other participants, sincerely worked hard for his dream, inspiring many. Therefore, the production team is also very embarrassed by the sudden controversy related to his past."

The production team further stated, "There are limits to thoroughly investigating an individual's past. We ask for your understanding as fact-finding is taking time. We will provide an update as soon as the situation is clarified."

In response, the YouTuber who exposed the incident released a complaint document on their personal broadcast showing that Mr. A’s assault claim ended with a summary indictment in 2016 and a final fine.

The YouTuber also claimed that Hwang Young-woong, born in 1994, attended Cheonsang Middle School and Eonyang High School and was known as a local 'iljin' (delinquent). He allegedly assaulted younger students in the neighborhood over a long period, causing them suffering. The YouTuber further revealed that Hwang Young-woong had Irezumi tattoos, known as Yakuza-style tattoos, on both arms and his body during high school, urging the production team to make an official statement.

'Bultaneun Trotman' will hold a special talk show featuring the top 8 contestants, including Hwang Young-woong, on the 24th at 6 PM on Naver Now. It remains to be seen whether Hwang Young-woong will appear as scheduled, whether the production team will issue a statement beforehand, or if Hwang Young-woong will speak out himself.

The finals featuring the top 8 will be broadcast on the 28th of this month and the 7th of next month, with recordings already completed. Only the viewer text voting and winner announcement will be conducted live.

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