A Shocking Turn of Events for Lee Ha Neul

Lee Ha Neul, a prominent figure in the South Korean hip-hop scene as part of the legendary group DJ DOC, is embroiled in a legal storm. Documents obtained by Sports Kyunghyang reveal he has been referred to prosecutors over serious defamation charges.

The Allegations Unraveled

On April 16, Lee was officially sent to the prosecutors under South Korea's stringent Information and Communications Network Act, focusing on online defamation. The complaint was lodged by the head of Bace Camp Studio, known only as Mr. Lee. He disclosed to Sports Kyunghyang that the prosecution has taken action after receiving what he calls outrageous claims from Lee Ha Neul.

Rumors swirled as Mr. Lee accused the rapper of falsely labeling him a 'sex offender targeting minors.' In a dramatic social media exposé, Mr. Lee shared, "Lee Ha Neul has been referred to the prosecution" alongside an official notice of the investigation.

A Web of Lies?

Mr. Lee didn't hold back, asserting that in a desperate move to divert attention from his own alleged misconduct, Lee falsely accused him of being a habitual drug user. He stressed the severity of these falsehoods, stating, "He spreads these lies widely among industry insiders and on social media. I don't smoke or even drink!"

This isn't just a personal feud; Mr. Lee alleged that Lee Ha Neul has a track record of making baseless accusations. In the wake of their professional split, allegations of embezzlement, fraud, and even more serious offenses arose.

Past Conflicts Resurface

The history between them runs deep. Mr. Lee and rapper Juvie Train had previously been under Lee Ha Neul's label, Funkytown, for about five months before taking legal action over what they deemed unfair dismissal. Mr. Lee remarked, "I've already won legal battles related to unfair dismissal and embezzlement. Now, the false claims about me just add fuel to the fire!"

He warned that multiple allegations facing Lee Ha Neul, which may include up to five separate charges, could converge into a more serious investigation. Any consolidation could mean that even a settlement wouldn't be enough to keep him out of jail.

A Troubled Reputation

These recent controversies echo back to September 2024, when Juvie Train also accused Lee Ha Neul of disseminating false information regarding habitual drug use. In an effort to clear his name, Juvie Train voluntarily took a drug test in April, which came back negative.

As the legal drama unfolds, will Lee Ha Neul be able to clear his name, or is this just the beginning of deeper troubles? Stay tuned for updates on this gripping saga!