Actor Kim Seung-woo has been sued on charges of stealing 22 million Korean won from a friend’s bag at an entertainment establishment in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul, though his legal representative dismissed the allegation as a prank, The Chosun Daily reported on Wednesday.
The complainant, identified as Mr. A, filed a theft complaint against Kim at the Gangnam Police Station in July. The incident allegedly took place in October 2021. Mr. A is currently serving a prison sentence for economic crimes and is also an investor in the drama The Driver, which Kim produced.
Kim Denies Taking 22 Million Korean Won
- Complainant Mr. A alleged that Kim took 22 million Korean won from his bag at a Cheongdam-dong venue in October 2021.
- Kim’s legal representative countered that the incident was merely a prank between close acquaintances and that the allegations are false.
- Kim’s side stated they repaid more than the taken amount the day after and continued financial support for Mr. A’s family during his imprisonment.
Kim's Legal Representative Disputes Theft Allegations
According to Mr. A, employees at the entertainment venue witnessed Kim taking money from his wallet. Mr. A stated that after demanding the money back, only his original investment and associated profits were returned, while the specific cash allegedly taken from his bag was not repaid.
Kim’s legal representative disputed the framing of the complaint entirely, characterizing the exchange differently. “This was a prank between people who were like close brothers,” Kim’s legal representative said, maintaining that Mr. A’s allegations are false.
Kim’s side also maintained that financial rectifications were made immediately following the event. “We already repaid more than the stolen amount the day after the incident,” Kim’s representatives stated. Furthermore, the legal team emphasized ongoing personal support. “Even after Mr. A was imprisoned, we supported his family with 2 million Korean won monthly, showing our care,” they added.
