Son Heung-min, an icon from South Korea, faced a cruel scam that shook his world. His ex-girlfriend, aka Yang, was driven by a need for cash and tried to exploit his fame with lies and betrayal. It ignited a major debate on the internet, with many users sharing mixed reactions. Read on to know more about it below.
Son Heung-min’s Ex-Girlfriend, Partner Charged For Scamming
According to reports, Yang spent all 300 million won that Son Heung-min gave him on luxury purchases. She bought fancy bags, clothes, and personal stuff. She didn’t stop there and kept on planning another scam. So, when Yang ran out of money, she didn’t stop. She teamed up with Yong, her boyfriend in his 40s, to try again. In March 2025, they asked Son for more money and threatened to leak the pregnancy story; however, the footballer refused.
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Earlier, prosecutors found Yang and Yong worked together. Police arrested them on May 14, 2025, after Son Heung-min reported it. On May 17, a Seoul court approved their arrest, as they were worried that they might hide evidence or flee. Fans are now relieved after the news came out.