Court: "Nana, male home intruder stabbed? Self-defense" [Star Issue]

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The court did not accept the victim's claims of male suspect A, who broke into the home of singer and actress Nana, a former member of the girl group After School.

The 1st Criminal Division (Da) of the Namyangju Branch of the Uijeongbu District Court held a sentencing hearing for A's robbery and injury charges on the 9th and sentenced A to seven years in prison.

The court stated, "We first recognize the defendant's robbery and injury against Nana's mother as guilty. However, the robbery and injury against Nana appears more akin to robbery resulting in death." The court added, "We determined that the defendant was carrying a knife at the time. Considering the specific and consistent testimonies of the victims, and the fact that the defendant admitted in a post online for legal advice before being transferred to the police that he possessed the knife for dangerous purposes, we concluded that these circumstances collectively support this finding."

The court further noted, "Even if it is acknowledged that the defendant engaged in a physical struggle to suppress the victim's resistance and set the knife aside, and that Nana stabbed the defendant in the neck with the knife in that gap, such an injury does not constitute a crime of injury." The court pointed out, "The victim acted in self-defense against the defendant."

The court added, "The defendant broke into the home at night, when absolute peace should be maintained, while carrying a weapon, committing robbery and injury and attempted robbery resulting in death. Considering the gravity and seriousness of the crime, a corresponding punishment is inevitable." The court continued, "The victims suffered physical and mental pain and expressed their desire for punishment against the defendant, who has a history of multiple criminal punishments. However, we took into account that the crime was attempted, that injuries occurred during the process, that the defendant did not appear to use the knife with intent to kill, and the nature and circumstances of the injuries sustained by the victims."

During the earlier sentencing hearing, the Prosecution Service requested a 10-year prison sentence for A, stating, "The severity of the crime is serious, the defendant has shown no remorse, and no settlement has been reached with the victims."

A was arrested and indicted on charges of breaking into Nana's residence in Achon-dong, Guri, Gyeonggi Province, on the morning of November 15, 2025, and attempting to steal money by threatening Nana and her mother with a weapon.

At the time of the incident, Nana and her mother subdued A through a physical struggle and handed him over to the police. Subsequently, A filed a counter-complaint against Nana for attempted murder, claiming he was injured while being subdued by Nana and her mother. However, the police determined Nana's actions to be self-defense and decided not to prosecute. Nana filed a counter-complaint against A for false accusation.

During his interrogation, A stated, "There was no knife when I broke into the house. I was surprised when I came face to face with Nana's mother. Nana's mother was also surprised and told me to leave, so I only came to steal things to calm her down, but she pushed me." He added, "Nana's mother threatened me with a knife around my neck and stabbed me. I tried to calm Nana's mother by hugging her and did not strangle her."

He continued, "After being stabbed by the knife, I bled heavily. I was also hit several times by Nana's mother." He said, "I was holding the blade with both hands, and if I let go, I would have died. I then held on with my right hand. I even heard the sound of skin tearing. Eventually, the standoff ended. I committed no assault. If hugging counts as assault, I admit it."

A explained, "I answered all questions about why I did this, my name, and my age. My mother collapsed from a brain hemorrhage and is in the hospital. Since I borrowed 10 million won in fines from her from a previous trial, I ended up stealing things." He added, "Nana told me to say I brought the knife and threatened to report me to the police. We talked for about 30 minutes, and they immediately reported it to the police."

A replied, "I admit my mistake, but I never brought a knife, strangled anyone, or committed assault. I have reflected deeply. I am sorry." He also stated, "At the time of the break-in, I did not know the victim was Nana; I only found out during the police investigation."

Later, A clarified, "Nana told me to say I brought the knife, so I said that during the investigation."

Nana and her mother appeared as witnesses at the third trial of A's robbery and injury charges on April 21. At that time, upon seeing A in court, Nana immediately said, "Is this fun?" expressing her anger. She then told A, "Is it fun to do things like robbery and roam around freely? Look me in the eye. Is it fun?" A did not avert his gaze but looked directly at Nana.

In the subsequent interrogation, Nana spoke about the situation at the time of the incident, saying, "I thought I was okay after experiencing this incident. However, it has remained in my life as a trauma without me realizing it. I came here praying for the case to be resolved quickly," expressing her trauma.

After the trial, Nana shared on her fan communication platform, "Seeing his face made me so speechless and angry that I failed to control my emotions. However, I said everything I couldn't say anywhere else, and I feel relieved." She added, "I also said what I wanted to say to that man, and I have no regrets about my actions or words. Everyone must have been very worried, but I am fine. I believe it will now be concluded."

Nana posted on her SNS account, "I hope he pays the price for all the malicious criminal acts so far," and shared a post with the phrase "reap what you sow" (자업자득·suffering the consequences of one's own actions).

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