YouTubers Yasaengma and Gogi Namja are mourning the death of Bae In-kyu, the head of the New Male Alliance.
On August 5, Yasaengma expressed his condolences on social media, stating, "In-kyu was someone who comforted me during tough times and shared joy during happy moments. We met four times this month alone, and just a few days ago, he visited the store to chat with me while smiling."
He added, "He was a younger brother I cared for without any conditions, and I was truly surprised and saddened because I never sensed anything unusual during our meetings. I know some details, but I will share confirmed information later for the sake of the deceased."
Gogi Namja also shared his grief on his YouTube channel, saying, "First, I extend my condolences to the deceased. I have received comments congratulating me on his passing, but I am currently feeling very sorrowful and devastated."
He recounted, "In mid-June, Bae reached out to me first. He wanted to apologize for a misunderstanding he had about me in the past and invited me to his home in Incheon."
Gogi Namja continued, "I was surprised by the sudden contact, but I mustered the courage to visit him with my coach. During that meeting, Bae sincerely apologized, and we cleared up the misunderstandings and let go of any lingering feelings."
He urged, "Please do not treat someone's death as a victory or a reason to celebrate. I ask that you refrain from mocking, insulting, or speculating about the deceased, and allow for a quiet mourning during this final journey."
Meanwhile, Bae In-kyu was found dead in an apartment in Yeongjongdo, Incheon.
No suicide note was discovered at the scene. Police are currently investigating the circumstances of his death, reporting no signs of foul play so far.
If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or difficult thoughts, you can receive 24-hour expert counseling by calling the suicide prevention hotline at 109 or through the SNS counseling service at Madeline.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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