The case of the tragic death of a 16-month-old baby named Jung In due to child abuse has sparked public outrage throughout South Korea, including the following list of celebrities.
The tragic death of a 16-month-old baby named Jung In due to child abuse has sparked outrage in the South Korean public, including entertainment figures. This heartbreaking tragedy has caused celebrities to cry and seek justice on their behalf.
According to the SBS "Unanswered Questions" report, Jung In was abused physically, mentally and emotionally for months by her adoptive parents before passing away in October 2020. She is only 16 months old.
The hashtag #imsorryjungin (I'm sorry Jung In) has taken over the internet by the public to convey their apologies for not being able to protect Jung In. Many celebrities have taken part in sharing hashtags, bringing more awareness and urgency to the case.
BTS's Jimin posted the hashtag in their fan community on Weverse on January 3 to take part in the campaign. SEVENTEEN (II) shared the post with the hashtag and the text "We'll change that."
Shin Ae Ra, who adopted two daughters in 2005 and 2008, took part by posting on Instagram with the picture, "Jung In, I'm sorry. We'll change that." He wrote, "Biological parents. Adoptive parents. Continuous parents. Single parents. Many people become parents easily. But how many people qualify to become parents?" He shared his concerns about other children like Jung In who are going through the same thing he is experiencing now. "How sick they are. How scared they are. This is our responsibility. This is my responsibility. What should I do…."
Han Hye Jin joined the campaign with a hashtag and wrote that she couldn't believe what she saw while watching "Unanswered Questions." "How can humans be so evil!" he wrote, saying that he had difficulty sleeping because of his anger and grief over the persecution.
Uhm Jung Hwa took part with a hashtag and encouraged everyone to participate. He wrote, "The people who cruelly persecuted and killed this young angel who only deserved love. Innocent children are dying because of the law which sent them back even after multiple reports, saying there was no evidence. They were sick." He questioned why the law was so lenient, stressed that children's lives should be protected and said all violence against them had to be prevented.
Lee Min Jung shared pictures including a sketchbook with the caption, "I'm sorry, Jung In," signed by his son Junho. Another page with a different handwriting reads, "I hope you are healthy and happy in that place! The adults who couldn't protect you are sorry!" The actress wrote in the caption, "This can't happen again…. I am so heartbroken…. And it gives me goosebumps…"
Seo Hyo Rim wrote that he had been crying for days, adding, "What else can I say, 'Jung In, I'm sorry.' Your smile is so beautiful. Turning away because it breaks my heart and it's hard for me. I think it's a crime too. "
Haha's wife Byul posted on Instagram with a picture that reads, “Sorry, Jung In. I'm sorry. I'm really… sorry ..” He shared that when he's angry and his hands are shaking, he tries to think of what he can do for Jung. In.
Han Ji Min shared a photo of the written petition on Instagram, writing, "The reality we have to face, it can't happen again, that we really have to change now… #JunginImSorry. We will change it."
Lee Chung Ah posted a written petition and shared instructions on how others can do it and expressed her anger and sadness over this tragic case. He also shared that he had made sending petitions his priority that day, and said he would be grateful if everyone who reads his post also took part.
Park So Dam shared a campaign message on her Instagram and wrote, "I apologize for being late. We will definitely change that." Lee Yeon Hee also shared a hashtag on her Instagram. Han Chae Ah posted a picture with the phrase "Jung In, I'm sorry."
Jung Bo Suk shared his anger and wrote, "Even though it is only a small thing I can do to ensure that other children don't experience what you are, I will try hard. Please be an angel there and be happy." He went on to call anyone who abuses children a devil.
In a post on Instagram, Park Eun Suk from SBS's hit drama “Penthouse” wrote about his anger after learning what happened to Jung In, saying it must have been very painful and terrifying for the child, who couldn't even speak. He tells Jung In that it's not his fault and that he just deserves love. He also wrote that his death would not be in vain, as it would raise social awareness and become a protector of future victims, and he hopes that Jung In will rest in peace. He ended his term in the hope that the public would spend an hour filing the petition.
Then on January 5, it was reported that Lee Young Ae went to visit Jung In's grave with her family. Her agency confirmed that she had visited the cemetery with her husband and twins.
(wk / chus) /wowkeren.com
