Boy in Geoje Who Assaulted Girlfriend Says "We Broke Up" After She Passed Away

Under Investigation for Assault Resulting in Death
Public Outrage Grows, Calls for Severe Punishment Increase

A man in his 20s who unlawfully entered his ex-girlfriend's house, brutally assaulted her multiple times, and ultimately caused her death has sparked public outrage after reportedly telling those around him, "I will meet a better woman."

On the 2nd, JTBC cited statements from acquaintances of the man in his 20s, identified as A, who was recently booked on charges of assault leading to death, reporting that "(A said, even knowing his girlfriend had died) 'I broke up with my girlfriend,' and 'I will study more, go to university, and meet a better woman.'"

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Earlier, Mr. Kim is accused of unlawfully entering the home of the victim, B, who lived in a one-room apartment in Geoje, Gyeongnam, on the 1st, and assaulting her. Due to A's assault, B was diagnosed with traumatic subdural hemorrhage and given a six-week recovery period. While receiving treatment, she suddenly developed a high fever and her condition worsened, leading to her death on the 10th.

After B's death, the police urgently arrested A the following day (the 11th). However, the prosecution did not approve the urgent arrest, stating that the case did not meet the urgency requirements for such detention, and Mr. Kim is currently under investigation without detention.

A and the deceased B attended the same high school and reportedly began dating in their second year, maintaining the relationship for about three years. During their relationship, a total of 11 reports related to dating violence were filed by B. Due to A's assaults, B was provided with a smartwatch for one month starting July 2 of last year.

Public anger has grown since the incident became known. On the 18th, local women's organizations, including the Gyeongnam Women's Association, held a press conference in front of the Gyeongnam Police Agency demanding, "Clarify the cause of the victim's death and conduct a detention investigation of the stalking perpetrator."

These groups pointed out that A had been stalking the victim, stating, "He frequently used violence even while they were dating, and although she changed her phone number and social media accounts to avoid contact, he quickly found her through friends, rendering these efforts useless."

Online, A's personal information has also been leaked. Numerous posts presumed to include A's high school and photos are being shared on online communities and social networking services (SNS).

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