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A shocking update in the attempted break-in at BTS member Jungkook’s residence has now placed obsessive fan behavior at the center of the investigation. On June 12, the Yongsan Police revealed that the Chinese woman arrested at the scene confessed her motive: she had traveled to South Korea with the sole intent of seeing Jungkook in person following his military discharge.
Woman’s motive: “I just wanted to see Jungkook”
According to police, the woman — in her 30s — admitted during questioning that her actions were not random but emotionally driven. She expressed a deep attachment to the K-pop star and claimed that her journey from China to Korea was fueled by admiration and the hope of meeting him face-to-face. This confession has shifted the tone of the investigation from general criminal activity to one involving potential sasaeng behavior — the term used for obsessive, often invasive fans.
Authorities are now digging deeper into her background, checking whether she had a prior record of stalking or had engaged in similar behavior involving Jungkook or other BTS members. Her online activity, travel history, and connections are being closely scrutinized to determine if she acted alone or had help.
Incident details: A breach on a celebratory day
The attempted intrusion occurred late on June 11 — ironically, the same day Jungkook was officially discharged from his military service. While ARMYs around the world were celebrating his return, danger was quietly unfolding at his Yongsan residence.
At approximately 11:20 PM, neighbors reportedly noticed a woman repeatedly pressing buttons on the digital passcode entry panel outside Jungkook’s apartment building. Alarmed by her persistence and suspicious behavior, a resident contacted the police. Officers from Yongsan Police Station arrived promptly and apprehended the woman on-site for attempted trespassing.
Fortunately, no harm came to Jungkook, and it remains unclear if he was present in the apartment at the time. As of now, BigHit Music has not issued a public statement regarding the incident.
Public reaction: Concern, outrage, and renewed calls for safety
The incident has sparked a wave of concern and outrage within the BTS fandom and beyond. Fans have taken to social media to express their support for Jungkook, while also demanding stronger protections for idols — especially in light of repeated cases involving personal invasions of privacy.
Many have also highlighted the emotional toll such incidents can take on artists, especially after completing military service. “Jungkook deserves peace and security, not this,” one fan posted.
As the investigation continues, the case underscores the urgent need for tighter security protocols and better legal deterrents against stalking and intrusion targeting public figures in Korea.