Kim Sae-ron's Family Files Lawsuit Against Kim Soo-hyun for Child Welfare Law Violation

The family of the late actress Kim Sae-ron has filed a lawsuit against actor Kim Soo-hyun, accusing him of violating child welfare laws.

On the afternoon of the 7th, a press conference was held in Gangnam, Seoul, by Bu Ji-seok, the legal representative of Kim Sae-ron's family from the law firm Buyu. The event was also attended by Kim Se-eui, the head of the YouTube channel 'Garo Sero Institute' (Gaseyeon). This press conference marks the first public statement from Kim Sae-ron's family in approximately 40 days since March 27.

During the press conference, a recording of Kim Sae-ron was revealed, in which she claimed to have first had a sexual relationship with Kim Soo-hyun when she was in the second year of middle school. She stated, "We started dating in middle school and broke up after entering university. I feel like I was used. The first time was during the winter break of my second year in middle school. Looking back, I wonder if I should say I was taken advantage of."

Bu Ji-seok, the attorney, confirmed that Kim Sae-ron's family agreed to release the recording. He added, "The family wanted an apology, but Kim Soo-hyun's side is instead filing indiscriminate lawsuits. The family has provided all requested materials to the investigative authorities and is maintaining a principle of non-response. However, due to an incident involving an informant, we ask for understanding regarding the necessity of this press conference."

Attorney Bu stated that they have filed charges against Kim Soo-hyun for violating child welfare laws and for false accusations, saying, "Kim Soo-hyun was fully aware of his relationship with Kim Sae-ron since her middle school days, yet he has filed a lawsuit against the family, prompting us to charge him with false accusations."

Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr