PLEDIS Entertainment is cracking down on those leaking confidential information about SEVENTEEN and violating the members' privacy.
On March 17, the agency released an official statement revealing that they have filed a criminal complaint against individuals responsible for spreading sensitive details about the group.
“To protect SEVENTEEN’s rights, we have been continuously collecting evidence of malicious posts and comments through fan reports and internal monitoring,” PLEDIS stated.
They added, “Based on this, we have been taking legal action against defamation, insults, and personal attacks. Additionally, we are treating the ongoing leaks of confidential artist-related information as a serious matter and have begun legal proceedings.”
The agency revealed that since early 2023, there have been multiple cases where sensitive details about SEVENTEEN’s unreleased albums, performances, and activities were leaked through anonymous online platforms.
“Despite our best efforts to maintain secrecy, the scale of these leaks has become unacceptable,” PLEDIS emphasized.
To address this, PLEDIS has already taken action. “We have begun collecting evidence for legal measures, including a criminal complaint. In the second half of last year, we hired a law firm to proceed with the case, and law enforcement investigations are currently underway."
They added, "While we cannot disclose further details to avoid interfering with the investigation, we can confirm that a suspect is under investigation.”
The agency also addressed growing concerns about privacy violations and threats to the members' safety.
They stated, “We are taking strict action against individuals who violate our artists’ privacy and put them at risk. Recently, an airline employee was booked on criminal charges for illegally selling SEVENTEEN’s flight information."
They added, "Additionally, we have filed legal complaints under the Anti-Stalking Act against those engaging in activities that infringe on the members’ privacy.”
PLEDIS ended its statement by assuring that they will continue to protect SEVENTEEN’s rights and take strong action against any illegal activities targeting the group.
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