Jung Hee-won, the head of the Slow Aging Research Center, has been sent to prosecutors with several charges against him, including violations of the stalking law, stemming from a conflict with a former female colleague who had filed complaints against him. The police reported that Jung partially acknowledged these charges, leading to his non-custodial transfer to the prosecutors. This conflict escalated after both parties filed reciprocal complaints, with Jung accusing the former colleague of stalking and home invasion. Despite statements from both sides indicating a desire not to pursue charges, the involved crimes are not strictly classified as non-prosecutable based on the complainants' wishes.

The situation has further complicated as the police earlier recognized some of the accusations made by the former colleague. She claims to have been threatened by Jung, who purportedly engaged in stalking behavior by appearing near her workplace and even entering her home area. Conversely, Jung contends that the former colleague has made excessive demands concerning the copyright of his work, "The Slow Aging Mindset," which has incited this ongoing legal battle.

The conflicting narratives between Jung and his accuser raise questions about power dynamics and consent in workplace relationships, particularly regarding the handling of allegations around sexual misconduct and harassment. This case exemplifies the complexities of responding to and adjudicating workplace conflicts, especially when they involve legal frameworks for harassment and defamation, signaling broader implications for workplace ethics and the legal responsibilities of individuals.