Rapper admits to sexual harassment accusation by underage fan
SEOUL: Rapper Moon In-sub aka Don Malik has admitted to sexually harassing a high school student.
The victim, through social media on Wednesday, revealed that the rapper demanded sexual acts against her will.
Later in the day, the rapper’s management agency, Daze Alive Music, admitted to the accusation and announced that Don Malik would immediately be expelled from the label.
Don Malik issued an apology through social media channels Thursday. The statement read, “I harassed the victim, taking advantage of the power relationship between a fan and
I harassed the victim, taking advantage of the power relationship between a fan and an artist. – Don Malik, rapper
an artist.”
After the apology, another victim stepped forward to say she was sexually harassed by the rapper as well. The label confirmed the second accusation as well, adding that it apologises to the victims and would stand by them.
The news come as a shock to the public and fans of the rapper, as Don Malik had been calling himself a “Feminist Rapper.” Daze Alive Music has actively participated in promoting gender equality, openly discussing the issues through music and supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender festivals.
As at press time, it was unclear if the victim has made a police report, since no police comment had been issued.