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Photo of Kim Sae Ron Attending Trial for Driving Under the Influence, Looking Disheveled and Unfresh

Photo of Kim Sae Ron Attending Trial for Driving Under the Influence, Looking Disheveled and Unfresh

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Photo of Kim Sae Ron Attending Trial for Driving Under the Influence, Looking Disheveled and Unfresh

After a long absence, Kim Sae Ron finally appeared in public again. But this time, not as an actress, but as an ordinary citizen who had to stand trial for driving under the influence and hit-and-run in May 2022.

Kim Sae Ron's presence attracted media attention. Here are her photos!

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This is how Kim Sae Ron looked during her first trial on Wednesday (8/3/2023). She wore a thick cardigan under a black t-shirt. Her appearance was simple and her face looked disheveled without makeup.

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Just a reminder, on May 18, 2022, Kim Sae Ron drove a Range Rover while under the influence and crashed into an electric transformer, causing 57 stores to lose power for five hours and disrupting their business.

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In her first trial, Kim Sae Ron was charged with violating the Traffic Law Article for driving while on the phone. A man who was in the car with her was also questioned.

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When she arrived at the court, Kim Sae Ron refused to give an interview when reporters bombarded her with various questions. She immediately went to the courtroom.

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In the trial, Kim Sae Ron stated, "I called a replacement driver and asked him to pick me up at a certain location. I drove there myself because I felt close to it," as reported by Koreaboo.

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"This will not happen again. I apologize. I regret my actions. I have stopped drinking and selling my vehicle. I am the backbone of my family, now it is difficult for me to live with little money. Please forgive me," she continued.

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Based on admitting fault and compensating for the damage caused, the court demanded Kim Sae Ron to pay 20 million won or around Rp 235 million. The final decision will be given next month.

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After the trial ended, Kim Sae Ron was asked by reporters. When asked about her current activities, she said she was working part time. When asked if she had any intention of returning to acting, she only apologized with teary eyes.

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After the case, Kim Sae Ron admitted her mistake and compensated the affected parties. She also took a break from acting and her contract with the agency was terminated.

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Last November, she was also confirmed to be working part time at a cafe due to economic difficulties. What do KLovers think about this?