Prosecutors in Seoul have indicted a Brazilian woman in her 30s for stalking K-pop idol Jungkook of BTS and trespassing at his residence. The woman visited his home around 20 times between December and January, ignoring a restraining order. She claimed her actions stemmed from love for the singer.
A Brazilian national faces charges after repeatedly targeting the home of BTS member Jungkook in Seoul's Yongsan Ward. According to reports from Yonhap News Agency and Herald Economy, the woman, identified only as A, visited Jungkook's residence approximately 20 to 23 times from December 7, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Her actions included ringing the doorbell repeatedly, waiting nearby, and leaving letters and mail.
On December 13, 2025, she allegedly entered the property through a side door that a food delivery driver had briefly opened. She was initially caught and arrested in December but released shortly after. Police issued a restraining order in late December, prohibiting her from approaching within 100 meters of the residence. Despite this, she continued her attempts to visit.
Authorities requested an arrest warrant on January 28, 2026, leading to her rearrest on February 10. The Seoul Western District Prosecutors Office indicted her last week on charges of violating the Act on Punishment of Stalking Crimes and trespassing, while she remains in custody. During the investigation, the woman told prosecutors that she acted "out of love for Jungkook" and had no intent to harm the idol, known to fans as the Golden Maknae.
Police referred the case to prosecutors in February after her repeated violations. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about fan behavior toward K-pop stars, though no further details on the investigation's progress were provided in the reports.
