Baek In-kyu, the leader of the anti-feminist group New Men's Alliance, has died at the age of 36.
According to police, Baek was found dead around 8 a.m. in an apartment on Yeongjong Island in Incheon. He was reportedly living with his girlfriend, and no suicide note was discovered at the scene.
Authorities currently see no signs of foul play and are investigating the exact circumstances surrounding his death.
Baek led the New Men's Alliance, which advocates for men's rights and opposes feminism, and was active in YouTube broadcasts and rallies. He participated in protests against the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk-yeol.
He was also under police investigation for drug-related charges. Baek was arrested on May 24, 2025, for allegedly using methamphetamine in a motel in Incheon.
At that time, the court stated that the matter was serious but denied a warrant for his arrest, citing his stable residence and low risk of evidence tampering or flight. Following a detailed examination by the National Forensic Service, a positive drug test was confirmed, and police sent Baek to prosecutors in June 2025 on charges of violating drug laws.
During police questioning, Baek reportedly admitted to using methamphetamine and stated that he purchased the drugs through Telegram.
Police plan to confirm the circumstances of Baek's death through interviews with those close to him.
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* This article has been translated by AI.
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