The article discusses the legal proceedings involving the sister-in-law of broadcaster Park Soo-hong. She has been accused of embezzling broadcast appearance fees and spreading false information to defame Park Soo-hong. Her initial sentencing was canceled, and a new trial date has been set due to a court order for clarification and additional arguments. The brother-in-law couple managed Park Soo-hong’s affairs and is alleged to have embezzled tens of billions of won from 2011 to 2021.
The prosecution alleges that the sister-in-law spread false rumors in a KakaoTalk chat group, claiming deceitful behavior by Park Soo-hong, including allegations of cohabitation with another woman. In response, the prosecution demanded a 10-month prison sentence, arguing that she defamed Park Soo-hong without remorse.
The sister-in-law, in her final statement, claimed hardship from the accusations, stating the impact on her family. Her lawyer argued that the conversations in the chat group were meant to clarify misunderstandings and that there was no intent to defame. Additionally, the lawyer highlighted inconsistencies in the charges and noted her previously clean record.
The defense also questioned whether Park Soo-hong was using his celebrity status to shape public opinion against her unjustly. The ongoing legal battle has persisted for over three years amidst allegations and counterclaims of embezzlement and defamation.