The recent condition of broadcaster Park Na-rae, who finished police questioning, has once again drawn attention.
Park Na-rae reportedly appeared at the Seoul Gangnam Police Station recently and was questioned for about 7 hours and 30 minutes. She received her first questioning as a suspect in connection with allegations including special injury and violations of the Medical Service Act, and she had previously postponed an appearance once.
On the day of the questioning, Park Na-rae appeared in a neat outfit pairing a white shirt with a cardigan and a black coat. With a bare face, her hair tied back and wearing glasses, she had a relatively subdued demeanor. The look was noticeably different from the flashy image she showed on broadcasts.
In particular, as a scene of her smiling in front of reporters while leaving the police station was captured, various reactions followed online. Some netizens offered critical views such as "Is this a time to be smiling?" while others offered interpretations like "Couldn't it be confidence in her innocence?" and a heated debate ensued.
After the questioning, Park Na-rae said, "I answered the investigator's questions sincerely and told the truth," and added, "I will correct parts that are not true." However, she did not comment specifically on some suspicions.
Meanwhile, recent online communities and some media reported claims that Park Na-rae had registered at a makgeolli brewing academy and a Korean cuisine cooking academy to continue hobby activities but stopped after feeling burdened when her condition became known. Also citing an acquaintance, there were reports that "she is under such mental stress that a handful of hair is falling out," but no official position on this has been confirmed.
Earlier, various allegations were raised during conflicts with her former managers, including workplace bullying, verbal abuse, and nonpayment of hosting fees, and she responded with counterclaims as the legal battle continues. The related case is currently being investigated by authorities to verify the facts.
Amid various controversies, Park Na-rae completed her first police questioning. Depending on the investigation results, it is expected to have a significant impact on her future actions.
[Photo] Park Na-rae SNS
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