Feb 26 • 09:44 UTC 🇰🇷 Korea Hankyoreh (KR)

‘Motel Drug Murder’ Family Demands Suspect's Identity Disclosure…Prosecution Considers Holding Review Committee

The family of victims in a drug-related murder case in Seoul is demanding the disclosure of the suspect's identity as prosecutors consider a review committee.

In a chilling incident in Seoul's Gangbuk District, a 20-year-old woman, identified as 'G', has been arrested for allegedly providing drug-laced drinks that resulted in the deaths of two men. The families of the victims are now calling for the suspect's identity to be made public, pressing the prosecution to hold a committee that reviews disclosures of personal information in serious criminal cases. Nam Eon-ho, the legal representative for the family of the second victim, expressed frustration at the police's internal decision not to disclose the suspect's identity, suggesting that the circumstances of the case warrant such an action due to the overwhelming evidence against G, including CCTV footage, her own confession, and forensic data.

The legal representative highlighted the premeditated nature of G's actions, emphasizing that her culpability is clear, especially in light of potential risks to the public as investigations continue. He called for the harshest possible legal penalties to be imposed on her due to the severity of the crimes and expressed concern over the possibility of further victims arising from the case. The prosecution has stated they are considering the request for a public disclosure review committee but have not reached a final decision yet, as numerous factors still need to be evaluated.

Additionally, the victims' families are also raising concerns about secondary victimization occurring online, with some netizens trivializing the crime and making derogatory remarks about the victims based on the suspect's appearance. Nam threatened to pursue legal action against those perpetuating such behavior, indicating a broader fight against both the initial crime and the societal response surrounding it. This case has not only revealed the disturbing dynamics of such criminal incidents but also the societal implications regarding how victims and suspects are treated in public discourse.

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