Prosecutors Seek One-Year Prison Sentences for Women Who Extorted YouTuber Tzuyang

Prosecutors have requested one-year prison sentences for two women accused of extorting over 200 million won from popular YouTuber Tzuyang (real name Park Jung-won). The case was heard at the Seoul Central District Court, where Judge Koo Chang-kyu presided over the sentencing hearing for the two defendants, identified as Kim in her 20s and Song in her 30s.
The prosecution argued that the amount extorted was significant and the crime was serious. However, they noted that both women had confessed to their actions and expressed remorse, as well as reached a settlement with the victim.
The defense attorney claimed that the crime was impulsive and that the defendants did not intend to harm the victim, asking for leniency. During her final statement, Kim expressed deep regret and promised not to repeat her actions, while Song also apologized to Tzuyang.
The two women were charged with extorting approximately 216 million won from Tzuyang's YouTube channel producer between June 2021 and November 2022. Although they had no prior acquaintance with Tzuyang, they reportedly threatened the producer after hearing about Tzuyang from her ex-boyfriend, who had a history of violence against her.
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