Military Officer Turned Sasaeng Exploits BTS' Jin in Camp, Stirs ARMY Outrage
The intrusion of an unwelcome fan, who leveraged her position as a military officer to interact with BTS's Jin during his army service, has led to a disturbing controversy that has triggered fury among the BTS ARMY.
This sasaeng, who has overstepped professional boundaries, is under investigation by the Ministry of National Defense, thereby shining a spotlight on the disturbing trend of fan invasions into idols' privacy.
The Uninvited Visit
On January 19th, Beta News reported that a female officer from the 28th Division, identified as Officer A, unscrupulously misused her power and connections to infiltrate the 5th Division Recruit Training Center where Jin was on duty.
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This incident allegedly took place in mid-January, with Officer A spending approximately two hours (1:30 PM to 3:30 PM) with Jin, administering a secondary dengue fever vaccination.
The entire incident, from her unauthorized exit to her improper interaction with Jin, unfolds as a shocking narrative of professional misconduct and fanatic obsession.
Manipulating Connections and Breaching Trust
Officer A reportedly took advantage of her acquaintance with a nursing officer at the 5th Division to gain access to Jin. ARMYs are now worried of the deeply troubling behavior exhibited by sasaeng fans.
It was also stated that her actions not only put Jin in an awkward position but also violated Article 79 of the Military Criminal Act, which could lead to imprisonment or a fine for unauthorized absence from the workplace.
Furthermore, suspicions have arisen that Officer A had smuggled a substantial quantity of Tylenol into the training center, adding another layer of concern to this issue.
The Ongoing Investigation
In response to the allegations, a military official stated that an investigation was underway. "We have confirmed some allegations through an inspection, while other facts are being denied by the parties involved.
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The case will be handled and disciplined according to law and regulation based on the investigation results," the official said.
A History of Fan Overreach
This incident adds to a growing list of instances where BTS members have fallen prey to overzealous fans' actions.
Just a few months ago, in March, controversy erupted when a Korail employee was found to have accessed RM's reservation details 18 times over a span of three years.
Jungkook, another BTS member, also expressed frustration over fans sending unsolicited food deliveries to his home.
The Fan Response and Its Implications
With Jin having enlisted as an active-duty soldier on December 13 of the previous year, fans are angered and disappointed over the fact that he continues to be victimized by invasive fan behavior even during his military service.
The incident underscores the pressing need for clearer boundaries between celebrities and fans, to ensure the safety and well-being of the idols.
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Fans worldwide are outraged, not only at Officer A's actions but also at the persistent privacy invasions faced by BTS members.
As Jin endures his military service, the actions of the so-called fan have sparked a fiery backlash, prompting renewed calls for stricter regulations and protections for idols against such distressing invasions.