South Korean comedian Park Na-rae faced a whirlwind of shock and rumors after her Itaewon home was robbed. On April 14, 2025, her agency announced a suspect’s arrest, bringing relief to fans. The news also cleared Jang Do-yeon, her close friend, who was wrongly accused online. Here’s every detail of this dramatic case.
Robbery Shocks Park Na-rae’s Fans
Park Na-rae returned to her Itaewon home on April 7, 2025, to find valuable items missing. The house, worth about 5.5 billion KRW (roughly $4 million), was showcased on I Live Alone in 2021.
“We found out on April 7 that expensive items were stolen,” her agency, E&P Company, said.
The stolen goods, including luxury jewelry, were worth tens of millions of KRW.
Park Na-rae reported the theft to the Yongsan Police Station on April 8. She canceled her appearance on MBC Standard FM’s Son Tae-jin’s Trot Radio that day, citing distress.
“She wasn’t feeling well and needed rest,” her team explained.
The incident sparked concern among fans, who flooded social media with support.
Police Investigation Takes a Turn
Early reports raised eyebrows. On April 9, police noted no signs of forced entry, leading to speculation of an inside job.
“We’re looking into someone with access to the house,” a police source told Maeil Business Star.
This fueled wild rumors, with some pointing fingers at those close to Park Na-rae.
Her agency pushed back hard.
“There’s no truth to claims of internal involvement,” they stated.
On April 8, E&P Company handed over CCTV footage from the property. The evidence shifted the case.
“It was a theft by an outsider,” the agency clarified.
By April 14, police had their suspect.
“The police identified and arrested the suspect,” E&P Company announced. “A detention warrant has been issued.”
The swift resolution eased fears, but the rumor mill had already done damage.
Jang Do-yeon Caught in False Rumors
Jang Do-yeon, a comedian and Park Na-rae’s friend for 18 years, became an unfair target. YouTube videos, popular among older viewers, spread baseless claims that she was involved.
“Some said Jang Do-yeon and Park Na-rae had a falling out,” a netizen posted.
The accusations grew from whispers of a rift, despite their strong bond. In December 2024, Park Na-rae spoke warmly of Jang Do-yeon on YouTube’s Repeat Restaurant.
“We’ve even agreed to be buried together,” she joked. “Our coffins will stand upright because of our height difference.”
The suspect’s arrest shut down the rumors.
“Jang Do-yeon is completely cleared,” a fan wrote online.
E&P Company took a firm stance.
“We’ll pursue legal action against those spreading misinformation,” they warned.
The ordeal left fans angry over the harm caused to Jang Do-yeon.
“She didn’t deserve this,” a supporter tweeted.
Impact on Park Na-rae’s Circle
The robbery stirred up past warnings. In July 2024, Kian84, a TV personality, cautioned Park Na-rae on his YouTube show Life84.
“You trust people too easily,” Kian84 said.
He noted her habit of hosting weekly parties at home. The comment resurfaced after the theft, adding fuel to early suspicions.
With the suspect confirmed as an outsider, Park Na-rae’s team hopes to move forward.
“We’re grateful to the police for their quick work,” the agency said.
Fans rallied around both stars, urging respect for their privacy. The case has also sparked talk about the risks of celebrity home reveals on shows like I Live Alone.
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