Overview

• Kim Jong-Suk died by suicide on June 4 at his girlfriend’s home in Hanam, Gyeonggi Province, the family confirmed.
• His sister refuted online claims that he jumped from a high-rise or assaulted anyone, calling those stories baseless.
• Published details show he visited his girlfriend with a friend after failing to reach her and that no violence occurred.
• She revealed he lost all his savings and was overwhelmed by debt and emotional distress after a trusted associate’s investment scam.
• The family has requested removal of unverified articles and urged respect for their privacy and grief.