SEOUL — Korean figure skating standout Hae-in Lee has announced a firm legal stance against persistent online harassment, malicious trolling, and fabricated rumors.

According to DJ Management, the athlete's representation, Lee has been subjected to severe online abuse—including defamatory remarks, insulting comments, sexual harassment, and baseless rumors—across various digital platforms, social media channels, and private direct messages over an extended period. The agency noted that the gravity and frequency of these attacks have escalated beyond acceptable limits, severely undermining the skater’s reputation and well-being.

Although management initially exercised restraint to protect Lee's training schedule and competitive focus, the unrelenting nature of the harassment prompted the decision to pursue formal legal remedies.

Working alongside legal counsel, the agency is preparing criminal complaints under relevant telecommunications and defamation laws. Additionally, civil lawsuits seeking financial damages will be filed against individuals identified as primary perpetrators of the malicious content.

The announcement comes shortly after a major athletic milestone for Lee, who secured the bronze medal in the women's singles division at the 2026-2027 ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating event, Cup of China, marking her first-ever podium finish on the senior Grand Prix circuit.

[ⓒ Global Economic Times. 무단전재-재배포 금지]