A man in his 30s was arrested for breaking into his ex-partner's home and threatening her with a blunt object while she was outside receiving a food delivery.
According to Yonhap News, the Suseo Police Station in Seoul reported that they apprehended the man, identified as A, on charges of special threats and violating the Stalking Punishment Act.
A is accused of threatening to harm himself with a blunt object at his ex-partner's residence in Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, at approximately 11:45 p.m. on November 1.
He allegedly took advantage of the victim stepping outside to receive her delivery to enter her home.
Police responded to a report and quickly arrested A at the scene.
Initially charged with special threats, police later added charges of violating the Stalking Punishment Act after uncovering evidence of repeated contact with the victim.
The police have provided the victim with a smartwatch for her safety and are investigating the specifics of A's actions and the stalking allegations.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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