Kim Byung-man Accused of Domestic Violence by Ex-Wife Amid Ongoing Legal Battle Involving Secret Insurance Policies and Debt Claims
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Broadcast personality Kim Byeong-man has addressed allegations of assault made by his ex-wife, revealing significant financial irregularities in the process. He stated that his legal representatives confirm the police concluded no evidence of wrongdoing, leading to a decision not to prosecute. Additionally, evidence has emerged that his ex-wife secretly took out more than ten life insurance policies, potentially to avoid a financial settlement amounting to 3 billion won.
In a recent interview, his ex-wife alleged that Kim had a history of abuse during their marriage and is now under investigation for assault. Kim's agency has countered these claims, asserting that he was abroad during the alleged incidents, making the accusations improbable. They further clarified that Kim sought divorce, but the proceedings led to accusations aimed at gaining leverage in the case.
Furthermore, according to his lawyer, Kim's ex-wife is being held accountable for multiple undisclosed life insurance policies. It was revealed that approximately 15 policies were initiated without Kim's knowledge during their divorce proceedings, resulting in a potential debt of around 2 billion won, which she has yet to fulfill. Notably, she is also suspected of siphoning off another 1 billion won in assets, bringing the total financial issues to 3 billion won.
Kim's legal team maintains that under the current judgment, his ex-wife needs to settle these debts but has threatened to relinquish custody of their adult children as a form of negotiation. The agency representing Kim Byeong-man stated that they will discuss measures to address the spread of false information from his ex-wife.
As the situation develops, fans and followers of Korean entertainment await further updates on this high-profile case involving Kim Byeong-man, who has been a beloved figure in the industry.