Baekhyun's side is continuing its battle against online abusers.
Baekhyun's agency reported on the 16th, "We have been collecting evidence regarding malicious posts and comments targeting Baekhyun," and "Based on the collected materials, we submitted a complaint on the 15th at the Seoul Gwangjin Police Station, requesting an investigation into charges of defamation, insults, the spread of false information, and sexual harassment."
A representative emphasized, "We will continue to monitor malicious posts and thoroughly review the materials provided by fans to collect and preserve evidence, while also pursuing strong legal action. We will respond firmly to any malicious acts directed at our artists and members without leniency or agreement in the future."
Baekhyun, who debuted as a member of EXO in 2012, has also been active in solo and variety activities, gaining popularity. However, in 2023, he faced contract disputes with SM Entertainment but dramatically reached an agreement, settling with Chen and Xiumin to establish a new home at INB100.
Below is the full statement from Baekhyun's side.
Hello. This is INB100.
We provide an update on the legal measures regarding the spread of false information and malicious posts related to Baekhyun.
We are conducting continuous monitoring and relying on fan reports to protect the rights of our artist Baekhyun.
On social media (X, YouTube, etc.), online communities (DC Inside, Theku, Nate Pann, etc.), and Daum cafes (Women's Age, Soul Dressers, Jjookbang Cafe, etc.),
We have been collecting evidence regarding malicious posts and comments targeting Baekhyun.
Based on the collected materials, we submitted a complaint on the 15th at the Seoul Gwangjin Police Station, requesting an investigation into charges of defamation, insults, the spread of false information, and sexual harassment.
We will continue to monitor malicious posts in the future, while thoroughly reviewing the materials provided by fans.
We will collect and preserve evidence and pursue strong legal action.
We will respond firmly to any malicious acts directed at our artists and members in the future without leniency or agreement.
We will do our best to protect the rights of our artists. Thank you.
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