“Maiden” Benefits, Activity Halted…Agency CEO Accused of Sexual Assault

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'Maidin' Suhye has decided to temporarily suspend her activities.

The agency of Maidin, '143 Entertainment', announced on the 14th, "Suhye has decided to take a break for the time being due to personal reasons."

They added, "This is a decision made to meet fans in better spirits" and "We will support Suhye so she can rest comfortably and take her time."

They expressed hope for a future reunion, urging fans to "send warm support so that Suhye can return with a bright appearance."

Maidin is a girl group that debuted last September. It is composed of Suhye, Miyu, Serina, Nagomi, and Gaeun, with focus members Mashiro and Yeseo from Kep1er.

However, Gaeun suspended her activities last November due to health issues. Subsequently, the agency announced her departure from the group due to personal circumstances.

Gaeun's side held a press conference on the 29th of last month, five months after her departure, claiming she suffered from sexual harassment by the agency's CEO last October.

Attorney Moon Hyo-jung stated, "The incident involved the sexual harassment of a minor member," and added, "We have filed a complaint against the agency's CEO for violation of child and youth protection laws."

143 Entertainment denied the claims, stating, "There are many discrepancies in the assertions made by the member, but an investigation is underway. We intend to correct the distorted parts."

<Following is the full statement from 143 Entertainment>

Hello, this is 143 Entertainment.

We sincerely thank you for the warm love and support you always show to Maidin.

Suhye has decided to take a break for the time being due to personal reasons.

As this is a decision made to meet fans again in better condition, we kindly ask for your generous understanding.

We will do our best to support Suhye so she can take her time and rest comfortably. We ask for your warm support so that Suhye can return with a bright appearance.

Thank you.

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