Joo Byung-jin Assault Victim Withdraws Complaint... "Received Apology"

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Gwan-joo] A man in his 40s who was assaulted by broadcaster Joo Byung-jin (62) at a sauna has withdrawn his complaint.

Businessman Mr. A stated on the 4th, "At Mr. Joo's request, I met him in person last month and received a sincere apology. Today, I withdrew the complaint through my lawyer."

Earlier, Mr. A filed a police report claiming he was assaulted by Mr. Joo while having a conversation in the sauna changing room of a hotel in Mapo-gu, Seoul, in June. The police, recognizing the charges against Mr. Joo, forwarded the case to the prosecution at the end of last month.

Since assault is a 'non-prosecution offense upon victim's withdrawal,' the case is expected to be closed.

Mr. A said, "It was a misunderstanding from past memories while discussing a drama we were preparing on the theme of intergenerational empathy. I filed the complaint to protect my family's honor, but I take half the responsibility for the misunderstanding. I hope Mr. Joo also feels at ease."