South Korean rapper B-Free is facing criticism and public scrutiny after taking to social media to vent his frustrations over a government action that led to the confiscation of his bank account. The rapper's complaints have stirred debate, with some questioning his stance on the matter.

B-Free's Bank Account Seize 

On October 5, B-Free shared a screenshot of a text message notification on his Instagram account, revealing that prosecutors had seized his bank account due to an unpaid fine amounting to $37.20 USD.

The message, reportedly from Shinhan Bank, informed him of the account confiscation at the request of the Northern Seoul Prosecutor's Office.

"Mr. Choi Sung Ho, as per request from the Northern Seoul Prosecutor's Office, your Shinhan Bank account has been confiscated. Please pay ₩50,000 KRW (about $37.20 USD) to the prosecution office."

In response to this development, B-Free voiced his discontent in the post, criticizing the government for what he deemed as an excessively harsh action.

"You confiscated my bank account over $37.20 USD. I've committed a serious crime. Why don't you bring clubs and handcuffs next time? You must be so busy playing god." 

However, a closer look into the situation revealed that the rapper had acknowledged not paying the fine for several months in a previous post.

When a fan speculated that his account might have been confiscated due to unpaid fines, B-Free responded by questioning the government's actions, suggesting that they were overstepping boundaries by seizing his account.

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Korean netizens, on the other hand, responded with criticism, arguing that the government would not typically confiscate an account over a single missed payment and suggesting that B-Free may have neglected his financial obligations for a more extended period.

Netizens' comments:

• "The government wouldn't confiscate your account over one missed payment. Are you sure you haven't ignored the bills for several months?"
• "I think it isn't normal that you haven't paid in months. There is a reason why they confiscated your account."
• "Of course, they should confiscate the account if you didn't pay. Then should they allow you to not pay?"
• "This guy is whining when he is in the wrong."
• "Honestly, you're incredible... Are you blaming this on the country, too? It was legendary how you filmed them not picking up when you called them during lunch, LOL."
• "I wonder if you have any common sense... Please study..."
• "I mean, hyung, are you unable to pay ₩50,000 KRW (about $37.20 USD)."
•  "This guy is whining when he is in the wrong." 

As the online debate continues to unfold, B-Free's comments have sparked discussions about personal accountability and financial responsibilities, bringing to light the complexities of public figures facing legal issues.

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