In a significant development, comedian Kim Byung-man has been cleared of assault allegations raised by his ex-wife. The Uijeongbu District Prosecutors' Office announced today that it decided not to prosecute him regarding the claims.
The ex-wife, referred to as A, previously claimed in media interviews that Kim Byung-man had a history of habitual violence during their marriage and that the case was forwarded to the prosecution on assault charges. However, Kim's legal team countered that the police had already concluded there was "no evidence of wrongdoing," leading to the prosecution's decision. They further argued that Kim was overseas on the dates his ex-wife alleged the assaults took place, making such claims unverifiable.
Moreover, Kim's attorney, Im Sara, highlighted that during the divorce proceedings, A also cited "Kim's violence" as grounds for blame, but the court did not accept these claims in its ruling, a detail noted in the court's judgment. Additional revelations included A's secret enrollment in multiple life insurance policies without Kim's consent, suggesting ulterior motives behind her allegations.
The skepticism around A's intentions was underscored by claims she sought to avoid a financial obligation of 2 billion won in connection with a custody agreement, with conditions allegedly outlined in a mediation proposal. As the matter unfolds, both legal and public interest remains high regarding Kim Byung-man's reputation and the implications of these allegations.
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