South Korean singer Choi Sung Bong, who had previously lied about suffering from cancer and raised funds from his fans, has passed away. The news of his death came as a shock on the 21st, with the police confirming that there were no signs of life when they arrived at his residence. Today, his funeral remains bleak as no family members have come forward to hold a funeral for him, and his body is still lying in the hospital morgue.
Choi Sung Bong, 33 years old, had claimed to have cancer before his death. The night before his passing, there were signs of him contemplating suicide, and he wrote a lengthy article on the YouTube community platform expressing his desire to find happiness in the next life. When the police arrived at his home on the 20th at 9:41 am, he had already passed away, bringing an end to his 33-year-old life.
As Choi Sung Bong had no family members, his body has not been claimed yet. According to Korean media reports, the National Institute of Scientific Research placed him in a hospital mortuary after completing the autopsy. However, his body remains unclaimed by any family members.
Due to his classification as an unclaimed deceased, the remains of Choi Sung Bong cannot be handed over immediately. A friend of his stated that they plan to discuss the matter with the district office after the weekend, but the procedure is complicated due to the need for relevant written materials. The friend has come forward to organize the funeral for Choi Sung Bong, but it is expected that the funeral will not be held until next week at the earliest.
Choi Sung Bong gained fame as a singer from a talent show and often shared cover videos on YouTube. However, he had previously claimed to have suffered from various types of cancer, including liver cancer, stomach cancer, lung cancer, colorectal cancer Stage 3, prostate cancer, hypothyroidism, and thyroid cancer. He raised funds from his fans to cover the expensive surgery fees.
In October 2021, reporter Li Zhenhao posted a video accusing Choi Sung Bong of lying about his cancer. Under public pressure, Choi Sung Bong admitted to the falsehood and promised to return all the money raised to the donors. He claimed to have only 65,480 won (approximately NT$1,600) in total assets and vowed to find a way to repay the funds. His extreme choice has left many feeling embarrassed and shocked.
The tragic death of Choi Sung Bong serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health and seeking help when needed. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to the Suicide Prevention and Relief Hotline at 1925 or the Lifeline Counseling Hotline at 1995.
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South Korean singer Choi Sung Bong, who previously deceived his fans by falsely claiming to have cancer and raising funds, has sadly passed away. The news of his unexpected death shocked many on the 21st, and the police confirmed that there were no signs of life when they arrived at his residence. Today, his funeral remains somber as no family members have stepped forward to arrange the ceremony, leaving his body still in the hospital morgue.
At 33 years old, Choi Sung Bong had falsely claimed to be battling cancer prior to his demise. The night before his passing, he exhibited signs of contemplating suicide and expressed his longing for happiness in the afterlife through a lengthy article posted on the YouTube community platform. On the morning of the 20th at 9:41 am, the police discovered his lifeless body at his home.
This article brings to light the polarizing story of South Korean singer Choi Sung Bong, raising important questions about fraud within the industry and the role of funeral undertakers. A thought-provoking read.