Reporter Wu Ruici/Comprehensive Report
South Korean veteran actor Ha Jeong-woo received treatment at a dermatology clinic in Gangnam from January to September 2019, how was it found to be illegal use of the controlled drug "propofol" (commonly known as milk needles), when the trial was filed in a "slight prosecution" and paid a fine, originally thought that the investigation ended at the end of May, how did the court formally sue him a few days ago, so that the case was tried again, the first round of trial began on the 10th, he himself was also dressed in a formal suit to attend, for the media's questioning, he replied "let everyone worry sorry" In court, he said: "Standing in this position, I feel the pain of bitter regret, I am rash." Plead guilty and hope that the court will deal with it as appropriate.
Ha Zhengyu appeared in court in black on the 10th, and confessed in court that "I regret it to the bone, I am rash." (Photo/Recapital from MBC)
Ha Zhengyu was the first to announce the end of the investigation at the end of May because at that time it was a rough indictment (literal translation, 약식기소), the prosecution paid a fine, the defendant did not have to attend, and it was applicable to the punishment of the crime. Unexpectedly, he was formally indicted on suspicion of violating the Drug Control Law, and on the 10th, wearing a black suit and a serious expression, he appeared at the Seoul Central District Court and appeared as a defendant.
The lawyer's defense said, "[The defendant] admitted the suspicion and reflected deeply, and was sorry for the rash judgment." He then explained, "The defendant not only had a bad skin condition, but his skin became worse because of makeup, special makeup, etc., and considering the future activities of the actors, he consulted about skin problems and received a recommendation from a friend before going, so please deal with it as appropriate if his judgment on illegality is too weak." The defense lawyer also helped to intercede: "The livelihood of all the staff of the agency is in his hands, and new films and plays are about to start, and he is worried about affecting the relevant personnel, so he stands in this position with a reflective heart." It is hoped that the sentence will be imposed by paying a fine.
Ha Zhengyu was fined 250,000 yuan. (Photo/Recapital from MBC)
Ha Zhengyu also said in court: "Standing in this position, I feel the pain of bitter regret, I am rash. I should be more cautious, show a better exemplary appearance, I am sorry to bring harm to colleagues and family members, although it is very shameless, but I will become a better actor, please let me make up for (fault) as appropriate."
According to South Korean media reports, the prosecutor asked him for a fine of 10 million won (about 250,000 Taiwan dollars), and in the face of media questioning, he replied, "I am sorry to let everyone worry that I will accept the trial well."
Propofol is a fast and powerful general anesthetic, because of its rapid onset, short duration, and minimal adverse reactions, it is widely used in various departments of anesthesia and sedation of severely ill patients, especially for plastic surgery. Therefore, many people who are addicted to propofol know about this drug from plastic surgery or medical aesthetics. Previously, South Korean actresses Park Shiyan, Lee Chung Juan and others were prosecuted on suspicion of abuse of propofol.