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Former NCT Member Moon Taeil Admits to Aggravated Rape as Prosecutors Seek Seven-Year Term

His June 18 admission triggers a July 10 sentencing hearing as prosecutors challenge his voluntary surrender claim.

Moon Taeil debuted as a member of NCT in 2016 and was active in the K-pop group's sub-units NCT 127 and NCT U.
Former NCT Member Taeil Admits To 'Aggravated' Rape; Prosecution Seeks 7-Years Jail, Reveals 'Disturbing' Details Of Crime
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Overview

  • At the Seoul Central District Court on June 18, Moon Taeil formally admitted to aggravated rape over the June 2024 assault of an intoxicated Chinese tourist.
  • Prosecutors demanded a seven-year prison sentence for Taeil and his two co-defendants, citing text messages that indicated premeditation and plans to mislead investigators by altering GPS data.
  • Taeil’s defense urged leniency by highlighting his self-surrender, cooperation with police and a private settlement in which the victim stated she did not wish to pursue punishment.
  • SM Entertainment removed Taeil from NCT and terminated his contract in August 2024 after initially suspending him in response to the allegations.
  • A sentencing hearing is set for July 10, 2025, when the court will decide on prison terms and consider additional restrictions on the defendants.