Korean TikTok Star Mama Boy Won Joeng arrested

Seo Won Joeng, a prominent South Korean content creator known as ox_zung or Mama Boy on TikTok and YouTube, is currently under scrutiny for alleged sexual assault charges, as per reports from South Korea.

According to SBS in Korea, a TikTok star in his twenties, identified as Joeng, has been apprehended in connection with the sexual assault of an inebriated woman, and another individual is purportedly involved in the incident.

Aside from his online influence, Joeng has made appearances on Korean-language television programs. The reported incident is said to have occurred in July, and his sudden absence from social media is attributed to his subsequent arrest. His last content upload was on July 22, 2023.

Recognized as Ox Zung across his social media platforms and commonly referred to as ‘Mama Boy’ for his frequent use of the term “mama” in his videos, Joeng boasts over 10 million YouTube subscribers and 55 million TikTok followers. He holds the 17th position as the most-followed TikToker globally.

On December 12, authorities interrogated two men, leading to their arrest and charges of rape. While the Korean police have not officially disclosed the identities of the individuals involved, news outlets suggest that Joeng is presently in custody.

Despite attempts to obscure Joeng’s appearance in a news report using a blurred image, fans promptly identified him. The Seoul police have forwarded the case to the prosecution, and Joeng may face up to seven years in prison if found guilty of sexual assault. The charge of illegal filming was dropped due to insufficient evidence.