On December 7, singer Yoon Hyuk, a former member of the R&B duo Disembowel, was apprehended and charged by the Incheon District Prosecutors' Office on accusations of defrauding acquaintances and extorting money.
According to legal authorities, Yoon Hyuk has been accused of committing acts that violate the Act on Aggravated Punishment for Certain Economic Crimes (fraud) since 2019.
Singer Yoon Hyuk Accused of Betraying Trust and Borrowing Millions: Unraveling the Allegations
The alleged actions of singer Yoon Hyuk have left a trail of financial devastation, as more than 20 individuals have stepped forward as victims of his alleged deception.
Shockingly, the overall sum involved in his alleged fraudulent activities is reported to exceed 10 billion won.
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Yoon Hyuk Vanishes, Payments Unsettled
Yoon Hyuk stands accused of borrowing significant amounts or inducing investments from acquaintances, ranging from millions to tens of millions of won.
However, instead of fulfilling his obligations, he vanished into thin air, leaving his lenders without repayment or the promised returns.
One victim, who decided to take legal action against the singer, shared their experience with SBS Entertainment News.
"Last September, Yoon Hyuk approached me casually and proposed investing in my distribution business, promising a return of 9~15% on the principal. Trusting his public image, I sent him nearly 30 million won, but he failed to fulfill his commitment."
The victim expressed disbelief and added her sentiments.
"I never expected someone well-known like him to be dishonest." Another individual recounted, "I lent him money in a hurry, believing he faced family difficulties, but he never paid me back. It turned out he had fabricated the family injury story, leaving me devastated."
Has the Singer Just Dumped His Life? Here’s What Happened to Yoon Hyuk’s Career
Yoon Hyuk's music career began in 1 with the song "Man's Love" by Jia, and later he collaborated with DK as part of the group "Disember".
However, in 2007, he faced legal consequences for driving under the influence without a valid license, as he had presented his brother's driver's license.
Subsequently, he embarked on a solo career in 2017, releasing the OST "I Don't Know My Heart So Sick" for the drama "The One and Only Me".
However, following this album, his activities as a singer significantly diminished.
As the legal proceedings unfold, authorities will thoroughly investigate the alleged fraud committed by Yoon Hyuk and the extent of the financial damage caused to the victims.
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Madison Cullen wrote this.
