Police investigate the death of the late BJ Imvely
Live Streamer Gam Seong Yeoul, who hosted the live broadcast
Eventually went to offer condolences but got turned away
Live streamer Gam Seong Yeoul was refused entry to the funeral home of the late Limbly.
On the 19th, live streamer Gam Seong Yeoul explained the situation on their YouTube community: "I am returning because the deceased's family does not want any condolences. I thought it would cause more harm to create a disturbance at the funeral, so I quietly left." They added, "I believe it's natural. I won't make any excuses or shift the blame. I am the murderer. I am truly sorry. I am sorry for even saying that I'm sorry."
She continued, "If I don't die, I will spend the rest of my life repenting in my heart. I know that I cannot wash away my sins with anything. I'm sorry. May the deceased rest in peace,s they mourned Limbly.
On the 11th, the late Imvely, along with live streamer Gam Seong Yeoul, God Sung-eun, and others, hosted a broadcast gathering online broadcasters in Bucheon.
Imvely, who had a dispute with live streamer Gam Seong Yeoul at the scene, started explaining and venting on a live broadcast upon returning home.
During that time, Imvely publicly revealed a letter to her daughters and disappeared from the camera, attempting to commit suicide. The video was interrupted when the emergency rescue team arrived.
Subsequently, Imvely, who fell into a brain-dead state, passed away on the 19th.
Live streamer Gam Seong Yeoul, even after Imvely's extreme attempt, confidently said, "Honestly, I'll say it. What did I do so wrong? It's because it doesn't go my way, and I can't stand it."
However, as controversies continued, they also showed tears and an apology.
Currently, the Gyeonggi Namyangju Police Station, which received the report of Imvely's death, plans to review the criminal charges related to aiding and abetting suicide and defamation against another female live streamer connected to Imvely.
Furthermore, an investigation is underway regarding allegations of sexual harassment that occurred during the drinking broadcast with fellow live streamers before Imvely's death.
Netizens expressed various reactions, such as "Live streamers who incite conflicts for the sake of increasing sponsorships should reflect on their actions," "Broadcasts filled with sexual insults, verbal abuse, and violence. sigh," "If only a strong punishment system could be established this time..." "In the end. it's such a tragic death."