Overview

• The Seoul Central District Court approved an emergency order barring Choi from approaching within 100 meters of the woman and from contacting her electronically, with violations punishable by up to one year in prison or a fine of up to 10 million won.
• Police confirmed Tuesday that Choi was booked on suspicion of stalking and said the investigation into the reported incident is ongoing.
• Authorities say the case stems from a Saturday visit to the woman’s home during which Choi was alleged to have carried a weapon, prompting protective measures.
• Choi publicly rejected the allegations, calling the situation a misunderstanding tied to a personal dispute and denying that he threatened the woman or wielded a weapon.
• Accounts differ on who sought the court order, with The Korea Herald reporting police requested it and earlier reports saying the woman filed for it.