'Sexual assault of a minor' Ko Young-wook expresses happiness over gaining student fans... "It may be hard to believe, but they like me purely" [Star Issue]

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Ko Young-wook, a former member of the group Rulea who caused controversy over the sexual assault of a minor, shared his feelings about gaining student fans.

On the 9th, Ko Young-wook posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account: "It may be hard to believe, but I have gained student fans who still like me purely."

Ko Young-wook said, "I even found and uploaded old videos that I had forgotten," adding, "I feel like I am still a blessed person."

Additionally, Ko Young-wook also shared an encouragement message sent by a fan the following day. In the conversation, the fan told Ko Young-wook, "These days, you are posting songs and seem to be brighter than before, and your heart seems to be opening up little by little, which is nice to see. I know that you pay attention to small things and show careful consideration. And I believe the day will come when you can clear your unjust grievances."

In response, Ko Young-wook stated, "It is truly precious and grateful that there are people who still genuinely like me and understand me."

Meanwhile, in 2013, Ko Young-wook was sentenced to two years and six months in prison on charges of sexual assault of a minor. At the time, he was also ordered to have his personal information publicly disclosed for five years and to wear an electronic ankle bracelet for three years—the first such order for a celebrity. After his release, he attempted to resume activities through Instagram and YouTube, but these efforts failed due to his criminal record for sexual offenses.

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