On May 21st, KBS asserted, “The reporter who appeared in the BBC News Korea documentary ‘Burning Sun: Exposing the secret K-pop chat groups’ made it clear in an article that they did not claim ‘KBS’s lawyer made any contact or applied pressure on Jung Joon-young’s victim.’ These allegations are completely unfounded”
In further clarification, “The journalist featured in the BBC documentary stated in an article titled ‘KBS is unrelated to Jung Joon-young’s sexual offenses’ released today (May 21st) that they never told the BBC that ‘A KBS lawyer contacted the victim who filed a complaint against Jung Joon-young’ as shown in the BBC-produced video.”
Moreover, they stressed, “Following the BBC’s report alleging that a KBS lawyer contacted the victim, the journalist promptly rectified the claim specifying that the lawyer referred to was the victim’s own attorney, and not one representing KBS.”
KBS conveyed, “We express our disappointment towards BBC and demand a correction in reporting to rectify the misunderstanding”, and added “Legal actions will be considered if the inaccuracies are not promptly corrected.”
FAQ – KBS Allegations and Jung Joon-young’s Case
What were the allegations against KBS regarding Jung Joon-young’s case?
The allegations reported by BBC News Korea implied that a lawyer from KBS contacted and pressured the victim of Jung Joon-young’s illegal filming incident.
How has KBS responded to these allegations?
KBS has refuted the claims, stating that the quoted reporter clarified the misinformation, and that BBC’s reporting of a KBS lawyer contacting the victim is incorrect.
Did the reporter featured in the BBC documentary confirm or deny the allegations?
The reporter has denied making any statements that a KBS lawyer contacted Jung Joon-young’s victim and clarified that the lawyer in question was the victim’s lawyer.
What actions has KBS considered after these allegations?
KBS has expressed disappointment and asked for a correction in reporting from the BBC. They have also indicated the possibility of taking legal action if the false information is not corrected.
Conclusion
KBS’s firm denial of the allegations accusing them of threatening the victim in Jung Joon-young’s case highlights the complexities involved in sensitive legal matters and the importance of accurate reporting. Misinformation can not only harm reputations but also impact legal proceedings and the lives of those involved. It serves as a reminder for media organizations to verify facts thoroughly before disseminating them to the public. KBS’s request for BBC to issue corrections and their readiness to take legal steps if needed underscores their commitment to protecting their reputation and ensuring justice for all parties.