Broadcaster Yoo Young-jae, a former announcer, acknowledged charges of sexual assault against his ex-wife and actress Sunwoo Eunsook's biological sister.
On the 16th, the first hearing of the appeal for Yoo Young-jae, who was detained on charges of violating the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment etc. of Sexual Crimes (sexual assault due to kinship), was held at the 2nd and 3rd Criminal Division of the Suwon High Court.
Previously, in the first trial, Yoo Young-jae's charges were acknowledged, and he was sentenced to 2 years and 6 months in prison. Yoo's side noted they appealed on the grounds of inappropriate sentencing. However, he acknowledged all issues and confessed.
In this regard, Yoo Young-jae stated in his final statement, "I reflect on my past time; I lacked awareness of the intimacy and sexual standards I possess. I was wrong. I sincerely apologize to the victim, who suffered because of me, and I bow my head deeply in apology and remorse to the victim, who is in pain."
Yoo Young-jae previously drew attention by remarrying actress Sunwoo Eunsook. However, he was charged with sexual assault against his wife Sunwoo Eunsook's biological sister A five times from March to October 2023. Subsequently, the first trial court ordered Yoo Young-jae to be detained, sentencing him to 2 years and 6 months in prison, completion of a 40-hour sexual violence treatment program, and a 5-year restriction on employment in organizations related to children and disabled persons.
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