Han So Hee’s mother has been arrested for managing illegal gambling operations in multiple cities, a shocking development five years after her involvement in a financial scam that affected the actress.
South Korean actress Han So Hee finds herself entangled in yet another scandal involving her mother, Shin, who has been arrested for running illegal gambling dens. This incident comes five years after Shin embroiled the actress in a 40 million KRW loan case, setting the stage for a tumultuous period in Han So Hee’s life.
Details of the Arrest
On September 2, 2024, South Korean news outlet TV Chosun reported that Shin, a woman in her 50s and the mother of Han So Hee, had been detained by authorities for allegedly running multiple gambling establishments. The report revealed that Shin operated 12 gambling dens across various cities, including Ulsan and Wonju, from 2021 until the end of August 2024.
Operation and Method
According to the investigation, Shin set up these gambling establishments by recruiting business operators who acted as her proxies. Visitors to these illegal venues accessed a gambling site where Shin was the primary distributor. The site allowed users to purchase game money and participate in popular contests, including Baccarat.
Shin’s involvement in these activities marks the continuation of her criminal behavior. The authorities have confirmed that Shin has a history of similar offenses, including fraud. Her arrest for managing illegal gambling operations adds another layer of complexity to her already notorious criminal record.
Background of the 40 Million KRW Loan Case
The latest arrest brings back memories of an earlier controversy involving Shin and Han So Hee. In 2019, Shin borrowed 40 million KRW from an acquaintance and named Han So Hee as the co-guarantor without the actress’s consent. When Shin failed to repay the loan, a lawsuit was filed against Han So Hee, demanding payment of the debt along with additional interest.
Han So Hee’s Strained Relationship with Her Mother
Han So Hee has publicly addressed her strained relationship with her mother, explaining the circumstances that led to her being implicated in Shin’s financial misdeeds. After her parents divorced when she was around five years old, Han So Hee was raised by her grandmother and had minimal contact with her mother. She only became aware of her mother’s debts when she turned 20. Despite her efforts to settle her mother’s financial obligations before her acting debut, Shin continued to misuse her name for additional financial gains.
In March 2022, Han So Hee’s agency issued a statement clarifying that the actress had no involvement in her mother’s fraudulent activities. The agency confirmed that Shin had been involved in multiple cases of fraud, including forgery, but emphasized that the court had determined Han So Hee was not connected to her mother’s criminal actions.
Ongoing Investigation
As the investigation continues, more details about Shin’s illegal activities are expected to emerge. The arrest of Han So Hee’s mother is a reminder of the challenges the actress has faced due to her mother’s repeated criminal behavior. For Han So Hee, this incident is yet another chapter in a difficult personal saga that has unfolded in the public eye.
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