CEO’s Apology Letter For Sexual Assault Against Idol Revealed, Despite Current Denials

Recently, former MADEIN member Gaeun directly spoke up against CEO “A” for molesting her.

Gaeun’s legal representatives from the Hanbit Labor Rights Center released statements on April 29, KST, accusing CEO “A” of repeatedly subjecting her to unwanted physical contact. They also clarified that Gaeun initially refrained from legal action because she wished to remain in the group. Instead, she resolved the matter with a written agreement and a settlement. However, despite admitting his wrongdoing initially, “A” later changed his stance and forcibly removed her from the group.

This was initially reported anonymously, before Gaeun stepped forward to share the allegations herself.

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The company has addressed the claims, sharing that there was a police investigation ongoing, and counter-accused Gaeun of demanding “a large sum” as settlement for “one-sided claims related to an incident that had already been reported.”

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During the press conference, it was also revealed, against the claims of 143 Entertainment, that the CEO had apologized on more than one occasion, including in a letter shared by Gaeun’s mother.

The letter, allegedly signed and dated by the CEO, apologizes for sexual harassment against an unnamed member, in addition to other contract terms.

[CEO’s Name]
[Redacted Address]
143 Entertainment
CEO / Producer

I, Lee Yong-hak, sincerely apologize for the sexual harassment against [redacted], a member of [redacted].

In regard to any future contractual relationships with 143 Entertainment, I will ensure that I take responsibility so that I will not avoid accountability even if I step down as the legal CEO.

Furthermore, in the event of contract extensions or any other contractual matters, I will grant [redacted] the preferential right of choice.

October 25, 2024
[CEO’s Signature]

— Letter

So far, there has been no additional news regarding the ongoing police investigation.