[Exclusive]Theft Intruder at Park Na-rae’s Home Sentenced to Two Years in Prison; Supreme Court Finalizes Ruling

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The Supreme Court has finalized a two-year prison sentence for 30-year-old defendant Jeong Mo, who was tried for breaking into broadcaster Park Na-rae’s home and stealing valuables worth tens of millions of won.

The Supreme Court’s First Division finalized the second-instance ruling on Jeong’s charges of theft and nighttime residential intrusion on the 16th, rejecting his final appeal. As a result, the two-year prison sentence for Jeong has been officially confirmed.

Previously, the Seoul Western District Court’s 2nd Criminal Division (Appeal) (B) sentenced Jeong to two years in prison during the appeal trial in February, matching the first-instance verdict.

Jeong was indicted for breaking into Park Na-rae’s home in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, in April 2025, stealing valuables worth tens of millions of won, and fleeing. He reportedly sold the stolen items and claimed he did not realize he was entering Park Na-rae’s residence at the time of the crime. Additionally, Jeong was arrested in late March 2025 for committing theft at another residence in Yongsan-gu.

In the subsequent sentencing, the court stated, “The defendant received a two-year prison sentence in the first trial and appealed, claiming the penalty was too severe. While the defendant’s prior theft offenses are not numerous in recent years, he committed the crime while on probation.” The court further added, “Based on the first-instance judgment, there has been no significant change in circumstances, and it is difficult to consider the first-instance ruling as exceeding a reasonable range.”

At the time, Park Na-rae reported to the police that high-value items stored at her home in Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, had been stolen. Park’s side stated, “We confirmed that a thief had entered our home” and “We decided to report the incident to the police through our manager.”

Later, Park Na-rae shared on her YouTube channel “Na-rae Style” that she had been preparing for a wedding photoshoot with comedian friends ahead of Kim Jimin’s upcoming marriage. She discovered the disappearance of her most expensive bag, which she had stored at the very back of the house for use as a prop during the shoot.

Park Na-rae explained that, following advice from a close younger sibling, she searched a second-hand luxury goods trading platform and found the exact same bag that had been stolen. She said, “Thanks to Kim Jimin’s wedding preparations, we quickly became aware of the theft, and as a result, we were able to recover all the items.” In July, Park further stated, “The perpetrator has been caught, and all stolen items have been returned. It is said that the thief visited all second-hand luxury shops in Gangnam. The items went around and eventually came back into my hands.”

Additionally, during an appearance on MBC’s “I Live Alone,” Park Na-rae remarked, “There have been many things. For the past eight days, I’ve lived as if it were eight years.” She mentioned the home burglary incident and added, “The important thing is that everything has been resolved. The case has been transferred to the Prosecution Service, and all items have been recovered. I no longer feel stressed and sleep well now.”

The first-instance court sentenced Jeong to two years in prison. During the subsequent appeal trial, Jeong’s side requested leniency, stating, “The defendant regrets his wrongdoing. He regrets and blames himself for committing the crime to earn a living. We respectfully request leniency, considering that most of the harm caused to victims other than Park Na-rae has been substantially recovered.”

In his final statement, Jeong said, “I fully admit to the crimes I committed. I also sincerely apologize for the severity of my crimes and the great pain I have caused the victims. Park Na-rae has conveyed through her lawyer that she refuses to accept any deposit or settlement agreement. I will do my utmost to ensure the stolen items are returned to her.” He further pleaded, “I earnestly ask that you grant me the opportunity to return to my family and girlfriend sooner and start a new life.”

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