South Korean actor Oh Young-soo, best known for his role in the global hit series Squid Game, has been cleared of assault charges after a local court found insufficient evidence to uphold his earlier conviction.
The ruling, announced Tuesday, overturned a previous verdict and concluded that prosecutors failed to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt.
According to the court, the evidence and testimonies presented during the trial lacked consistency and corroboration, falling short of the standard required for a criminal conviction. As a result, the earlier guilty verdict for indecent assault was dismissed.
Throughout the proceedings, the veteran actor maintained his innocence, with his lawyers arguing that the allegations were not supported by credible or conclusive proof. The court agreed, emphasizing that the prosecution had not provided enough evidence to justify a conviction under South Korean law.
While the court did not release specific details of the evidence reviewed, it reaffirmed the principle of “innocent until proven guilty.”
The verdict marks the end of Oh Young-soo’s lengthy legal battle, offering relief to the 80-year-old actor, who gained international fame for his award-winning performance in Squid Game.
Source: NDTV