Garoseoro Research Institute recently uncovered the person responsible for leaking a private audio recording of the late Kim Sae Ron as Kwak Tae Young, a former manager with a history of working as Kim Ha Neul’s manager. The institute also made public a heartfelt letter from Kim Sae Ron's late mother expressing sadness and frustration over the incident.

Initially, there were plans for a press conference involving Kim Sae Ron's family to clarify the contents of the leaked audio, but due to Kim Sae Ron’s mother's declining health, the conference was called off. Garoseoro Research Institute stressed that unauthorized recording and sharing of such content without Kim Sae Ron’s consent is deemed unlawful.

In response to a statement from Kim Soo Hyun’s agency denying their involvement, the Institute questioned the authenticity of their denial. They also hinted at possible revelations involving Seo Ye Ji and her agency, Gold Medalist.

Furthermore, the Institute warned YouTuber Lee Jin Ho of potential immediate arrest for defaming the late Kim Sae Ron and disclosed the ongoing verification of the audio recording's accuracy. If proven false, Lee Jin Ho could face additional charges.

A poignant letter written by Kim Sae Ron’s late mother was also released, conveying her sorrow and regret over her daughter's passing and illustrating the family's grief and struggles following her death. The family resides in a modest residence along with Kim Sae Ron's dog and her artworks posted on Instagram during the airing of Kim Soo Hyun's drama, 'Queen of Tears,' depicting her emotional turmoil. Kim Sae Ron's mother, who has two other children, is currently in poor health and facing mobility challenges.

The Seodaemun Police Station acknowledged the severe nature of the unauthorized audio release as causing secondary harm and is contemplating the immediate arrest of YouTuber Lee Jin Ho.