Soo-you and Park Ha-sun Speak Out Against Deepfake Crimes on Hidden Eye

On December 30, 2024, the crime analysis commentary show Hidden Eye (히든아이) aired on MBC Every1, featuring hosts Kim Sung-joo, Kim Dong-hyun, Soo-you (소유), and Park Ha-sun (박하선) discussing prevalent everyday crimes, including the alarming issue of deepfake technology. During the episode, the trio, known as 3COPS, delved into various crimes that sparked public outrage over the past year, with profiler Yoo Chang-won analyzing the serious implications of deepfake crimes. Soo-you revealed her own experience as a victim, stating, 'It's chilling. In fact, I have been a victim of deepfake.' She recounted suffering from maliciously altered images long before the term 'deepfake' was even coined, expressing her shock upon seeing a manipulated photo sent by an acquaintance. Park Ha-sun also shared her distressing experience, mentioning that fans had alerted her to deepfake images, saying, 'The first time I saw it, I felt a sensation I had never experienced before. It felt like my blood was running cold.' The situation escalated when it was revealed that the individual responsible for the deepfake images was a long-time fan and a university professor, leaving the cast in disbelief. Additionally, the show highlighted a disturbing case involving a man in an emergency room who wished for his mother's death while verbally and physically assaulting her. Despite his violent behavior, it was disclosed that he was preparing to obtain certifications as a caregiver and social worker, prompting outrage among the hosts, who questioned how someone with such a background could act so cruelly. Yoo Chang-won emphasized the need to verify the authenticity of such claims, suggesting that if true, it raises serious concerns about the individual's understanding of medical ethics and responsibilities towards their family.