In a recent development, HyunA's agency, AT AREA, has issued a stern warning against malicious comments targeting the K-pop star, including instances of sexual harassment.
The agency's statement, released today, indicates a firm intention to pursue legal action, both civil and criminal, against perpetrators of such misconduct.
Identifying Malicious Posts
AT AREA's statement highlights their proactive approach in identifying and addressing harmful online content directed at HyunA.
The agency has reportedly identified numerous malicious posts containing false information, slander, and sexual harassment.
This revelation underscores the seriousness with which the agency views these actions and their commitment to protecting their artists from online abuse.
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Plans for Legal Action
The agency's statement outlines a clear strategy to combat these malicious acts. AT AREA plans to collaborate with law firms to initiate civil and criminal proceedings against those responsible for the harmful posts.
This decisive stance reflects the agency's determination to uphold the rights and dignity of their artists in the face of online harassment.
While the specific posts prompting this response remain undisclosed, HyunA has recently been in the spotlight due to her public relationship with former idol Yong Junhyung.
This relationship has garnered mixed reactions from fans, particularly in light of Junhyung's association with past controversies such as the "Burning Sun" scandal.
Agency's Assurance and Appreciation
AT AREA's statement concludes with an assurance of their ongoing efforts to monitor and address online misconduct, expressing gratitude for the support of HyunA's fans and reaffirming their commitment to safeguarding the well-being of their artists.
In full, the agency's statement reads:
"Hello, this is AT AREA.
We have recently identified numerous malicious posts targeting our artist HyunA, including sexual harassment, spreading of false information, malicious slander, and defamation. We want to make it clear that we will take a strong stance against these actions.
Our company is constantly monitoring and collecting evidence against malicious posts to protect our artists. We plan to take all possible legal actions, both civil and criminal, against any malicious acts related to our artists through law firms.
We deeply appreciate the support from fans of AT AREA and HyunA. We will continue to do our utmost to protect our artists.
Thank you.
- AT AREA
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
