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The video delves into severe bullying cases in South Korea, showcasing the physical and emotional trauma inflicted on victims and the leniency of the punishments received by the perpetrators. The narrative begins with the story of "student number one," who endured brutal attacks from classmates that went largely ignored by authorities. The video highlights similar cases, including a middle school incident where a girl was horrifically burned and assaulted, and another where a victim suffered third-degree burns from fireworks. It also underscores the national outcry over light sentences for juvenile offenders, exemplified by the Netflix drama "The Glory," inspired by real-life events. Efforts to avoid hiring real-life bullies for TV shows, the pervasive violence in schools, and administrative corruption are discussed. Notably, some victims' bullies later worked in caregiving professions, raising ethical concerns. High-profile cases involve public figures and further illustrate both the pervasiveness and the often inadequate response to school violence. The video weaves through individual narratives and broader societal issues, emphasizing the urgent needs for reform in legal and educational systems to better protect students and address the root causes of bullying.
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In this part of the video, the narrator discusses the story of “student number one” who was targeted by bullies. The ordeal began in June 2017 when student one received a phone call from a classmate’s boyfriend, which led five girls to brutally attack her. They first forced her out of her house and beat her with flip-flops, then escalated the abuse at a karaoke bar, hitting her with a microphone until she was covered in blood. Despite reporting the incident to the police, no action was taken, and the bullies retaliated, threatening her life. In September 2017, student one was lured to a restaurant by a friend, who was coerced by the bullies. The bullies confronted her, dragged her into an alley, and beat her again, while passersby and a nearby police car failed to intervene.
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In this part of the video, the bullies decide not to call the police but instead drag the victim to a closed factory where they proceed to assault her with various objects, including iron pipes, glass bottles, bricks, chairs, and even a knife. The assault, which lasts nearly two hours, is recorded on CCTV. The bullies laugh and make disturbing comments as they continue their brutal attack, causing severe injuries to the victim. They take a photo of the bloodied victim and share it with a senior classmate, who responds with mixed emotions and eventually reports the incident to the police. Only two of the five bullies are charged, and their motivation for turning themselves in is to receive leniency from the judges. The supposed reason for the attack—a fabricated story about the victim being rude to a senior—turns out to be false.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses a notorious bullying case in South Korea where the bullies received relatively light sentences, causing national outrage. The judge justified the sentences by arguing that minors lack the same physical and mental impulsivity and perception as adults. Despite these sentences and the potential for rehabilitation, more severe bullying incidents arose, some of which inspired the Netflix drama “The Glory.” This drama follows a woman’s 20-year quest for revenge against her high school bullies who severely abused her. The show is noted for its intense depiction of bullying, corruption, and negligence within the South Korean school system. The speaker also highlights resources for those experiencing bullying or having darker thoughts.
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In this part of the video, the discussion revolves around efforts to ensure no one involved in a drama series is a real-life bully. There is a significant focus on cases in South Korea where K-pop idols and actors have faced both true and false bullying allegations, which have had damaging impacts on careers. The video then explores the themes of the K-drama “The Glory,” which is inspired by real-life events involving severe bullying, suicide, and revenge. A detailed recount of one such case is provided, involving a middle school student, referred to as student two, who was severely bullied, physically assaulted, and hospitalized. The narrative highlights her suffering and the serious nature of her injuries, alongside her desperate wish to transfer schools to escape her tormentors.
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In this part of the video, a victim recounts severe abuse and torture by her bullies, including being burned with a curling iron and being forced to rip off her own scabs. She also suffered beatings that resulted in a protruding tailbone and had scars on her chest from the bullies using sharp objects. Despite the father’s regret for not recognizing the signs earlier, the girl’s disclosure eventually led to identifying her bullies after initial false accusations. The school’s internal investigation dismissed clear evidence, attributing some injuries to a bike fall, questioning the reliability of the reported abuse.
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In this part of the video, the discussion centers around a severe bullying case where a student suffered third-degree burns from repeated abuse. The father and netizens expressed outrage over the school’s lukewarm response, suggesting corruption or bribery might be involved. The main bully, referred to as Kim, confessed to her crimes to potentially receive probation, showing no remorse. Despite her arrest, South Korea’s lenient laws for minors meant her punishment was light and her criminal record clean. Teachers involved faced undisclosed administrative actions. The victim endured significant mental and physical trauma, including a lengthy psychiatric hospital stay. Years later, with renewed public interest sparked by a trending case, it was revealed that Kim received only probation and went on to live without long-term consequences. One of her victims later disclosed that her bullies had become a nurse and a social worker, raising concerns about unaddressed past actions.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the harrowing experience of a girl from Korea who was severely bullied in middle school. Despite the hot climate, she avoided wearing short sleeves to hide the scars left by a hair straightener, which was used on her arm by bullies for five minutes. The bullying started small, with demands for money, but quickly escalated to physical violence and torture at one of the bully’s houses. The girl endured beatings, stabbings with forks, and even had her cornea damaged by a plastic pipe. Her efforts to avoid further harm to her younger brother kept her from seeking help. The bullies’ manipulative tactics and threats left her feeling hopeless and defenseless, living in a state of fear and anxiety for six months.
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In this part of the video, the discussion revolves around the severe emotional and physical abuse endured by Student Three. She attempted to escape her torment through sleep aided by sleeping pills and even contemplated suicide. Her suffering became publicly known when a teacher discovered an infected wound on her arm, which led to the revelation of the bullying. Despite the public knowledge of the abuse, the bullies faced minimal consequences, with one receiving just community service and a brief school suspension. The emotional trauma profoundly affected Student Three, making it difficult for her to trust others or find peace. She encountered her main bully again in college, which reignited her trauma. Although she has stopped taking sleep medications and found some semblance of happiness, the psychological scars remain. Disturbingly, the former bullies pursued professions in nursing and social work and publicly post about their charitable endeavors, which infuriates Student Three. The narrative also draws a parallel to a tragic recent case involving another victim of abuse.
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In this part of the video, a harrowing case of severe school bullying in South Korea is detailed. Friends of the victim from class tied him to a chair in a park, covered his face with a hood, and sprayed gasoline on him before setting off fireworks on his knees. This resulted in the victim suffering third-degree burns over 40% of his body. The perpetrators received only probation, leaving the victim with significant medical bills, including an $80,000 skin transplant surgery. The legal system failed the victim’s family, prompting a civil lawsuit against the bullies. The public is outraged, questioning the leniency of the punishments and highlighting systemic issues in dealing with school violence and legal corruption in South Korea. The video also touches on broader issues of school violence, including societal norms and administrative corruption that exacerbate the problem.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses a Korean official who resigned after using his position to help his son avoid punishment for bullying, highlighting the irony since the official was supposed to combat school violence. The ease of avoiding real consequences is criticized, especially given lenient laws for minors. The speaker mentions that despite government efforts like installing CCTV near schools, the low resolution of these cameras renders them ineffective. Shockingly, nearly 1 in 10 students in Korea experience physical violence at school.
The discussion shifts to specific cases of school violence to illustrate the severity of the issue. One case involved a Mongolian student tortured by peers, who recorded and attempted to sell the footage. Due to the attackers’ ages, only some were held accountable. Another alarming case involved a nine-year-old girl being lured and harassed by a twelve-year-old boy. These cases demonstrate a disturbing trend of recording and flaunting violent acts among minors, further exacerbating the problem of bullying and violence in schools.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator recounts several distressing incidents of school violence and their consequences. It starts with a case where a 12-year-old boy sexually assaulted a girl, coerced her into sending explicit pictures, and was ultimately discovered by a teacher. However, no significant legal action could be taken due to the boy’s age, leading to no criminal record and minimal consequences, leaving the victim traumatized and her family seeking to move. This reflects broader issues in South Korea, where approximately 25% of youths have contemplated suicide, with a significant portion attributing it to school violence.
The video also discusses the theme of revenge as depicted in a popular show inspired by a Japanese case. It tells the story of “Student 9,” who endured severe bullying throughout his school years. He meticulously plotted his revenge over 12 years, aiming to kill 45 former classmates and himself using chemical toxins and homemade bombs. His plan was intercepted when his concerned mother discovered his detailed diary and alerted authorities, leading to his arrest and a subsequent six-year prison sentence. He expressed that his motive was to reveal the torment he suffered throughout his life.
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In this segment, the video discusses a controversy involving the producer of the drama “The Glory,” which was inspired by real-life school bullying cases. It reveals that a former classmate, referred to as Student 10, accused the producer of bullying him back in 1996 in the Philippines just hours before the release of “The Glory Part 2.” Student 10 detailed being physically assaulted by the producer and his friends after a minor teasing incident. Initially, the producer denied these allegations, but his former girlfriend confirmed the account, leading him to publicly apologize. The discussion then shifts to the broader issue of school bullying in Korea and the irony of having a bully produce a show about justice for school violence. The segment also touches on the complexities and potential false accusations in bullying cases involving public figures. The video concludes by highlighting the global prevalence of school violence.