Parasite Actor Lee Sun Kyun Death Case: Woman Detained For Blackmail

A woman has been detained for allegedly blackmailing South Korean actor Lee Sun Kyun, who was found dead in a parked car on December 27. Authorities in South Korea reported that the actor, who was linked to a drug case, had died by suicide. Reportedly, the detained woman identified as 'A' and another woman identified as 'B', the 29-year-old manager of an entertainment establishment, coerced Lee Sun Kyun to pay 350 million won to them, a few months ago. The investigations to uncover the full extent of the allegations are underway.

According to reports, 'A', a woman in her 20s already had a pre-arrest warrant against her for blackmail and extortion but failed to appear before Incheon District Court, leading to her search. The Metropolitan Investigation Unit of the Incheon Police Agency issued an arrest warrant, and she was nabbed on December 27. 

Lee Sun Kyun Found Dead Amid Drug Case Probe: 5 Things To Know

• The celebrated actor, known for his performances in acclaimed movies such as Parasite, Sleep, Coffee Prince, and A Hard Day, encountered significant public attention due to a drug-related issue.

• Reports from K-media source One Asia stated that an unconscious man was found in a parked car at Waryong Park on December 27, following an emergency call from a woman stating her husband had left home after leaving a note indicating suicidal intentions.

• The police confirmed his identity and discovered him in his car with burning charcoal briquettes, suggesting suicide. Lee Sun Kyun had been under police investigation for alleged drug use since October.

Lee Sun Kyun Left A Will Behind

• The 48-year-old actor reportedly left either a suicide note or a 'will' for his wife, as mentioned by a police official.
• Lee Sun Kyun has been married to actor Jeon Hye Jin for 14 years and together they have two children.
• A woman called the authorities at night, stating that her husband had left home after drafting a note resembling a will.

Lee Sun Kyun's Drug Case

• Since October this year, there have been drug allegations against several industry figures, including Lee Sun Kyun and BIGBANG's G-Dragon, initiated by police inquiries. However, G-Dragon cleared his name after multiple drug tests. 
• Although the situation for the Parasite actor remained uncertain, a detailed examination by the National Institute of Forensic Science, using a simple reagent test, revealed no presence of drugs. Lee Sun Kyun, investigated by the police three times, requested a lie detector test on October 26.