South Korea: Man jailed for rape caught on washing machine reflection

A South Korean High Court recently upheld a conviction for sex crimes against a 24-year-old man, who was accused of committing a series of sexual offenses, including rape. Reportedly, the key evidence in this case came from the reflection of the assault in a washing machine door, which was recorded by surveillance video.

The CCTV footage submitted by the victim did not initially directly show the crime in progress, but investigators discovered the assault in the reflection of the washing machine door. This crucial detail became a significant breakthrough in the case, highlighting the importance of meticulous investigation.

It is understood that the man had previously been charged with other crimes, including allegedly raping his ex-girlfriend and engaging in sexual relations with a minor. These additional accusations further compounded the severity of his offenses, painting a disturbing picture of his behavior.

The man was initially sentenced to eight years in prison last November, but he appealed the verdict. The High Court subsequently reduced his sentence to seven years of imprisonment, citing the fact that he had reached a settlement agreement with one of the victims. Furthermore, he was also ordered to wear an electronic ankle bracelet for seven years after his release and was banned from working in facilities serving children, adolescents, and people with disabilities for seven years.