A South Korean content creator for EA FC 24 and former pro-gamer has tragically gotten himself into trouble while gambling. He thought he could avoid military service by faking a test. This is now even costing him his freedom.
Who is it about? ‘WonChangYeon‘ was still active in the FIFA e-sports scene until last summer. In August of last year, he withdrew from the scene and only appeared as a content creator.
The YouTuber has around 170,000 followers and produces new videos on EA FC 24 nearly every day. His activity came to an abrupt end about a week ago, on January 28.
The circumstances of his unwanted YouTube break are as curious as they are tragic. Here you can watch the YouTuber’s latest video for now.
YouTuber fakes IQ test to avoid military service
What happened? According to the renowned English-language newspaper, The Korea Herald, ‘WonChangYeon‘ was charged with faking his IQ test. He took this test to verify his military eligibility. He is accused of manipulating a psychological test with his answers so that the evaluation mistakenly attributed him an IQ of ‘only‘ 53 and therefore diagnosed him with mental disorders.
However, the South Korean’s tactic did not work, and the police launched an investigation for ‘refusal of military service’. The exposure of his deception has certainly to do with the fact that ‘WonChangYeon‘ continued to diligently produce content.
We have also reported on a fraudster in EA FC 24. Check here to find out what trick he used: Player falls for a simple trick, loses a million coins in seconds
Here’s what’s behind the investigations: In South Korea, it is still customary for every healthy man between the ages of 18 and 30 to serve his military duty once in a lifetime. Exceptions are only made for top athletes and successful classical musicians. Those attempting to evade service can even face prison sentences. (via ZDFheute)
Tottenham star Heung-Min Son also completed his military basic training in 2020, although in a shortened form, within 3 weeks. It is said that Son demonstrated the same accuracy at the shooting range as he does on the football field. (via FAZ)
Fraud attempt is harshly punished: YouTuber must go to prison
What happened next with the YouTuber? On January 29, the YouTuber had to answer in court. The latter found him guilty and sentenced him to one year in prison, as well as 120 hours of community service.
In a statement on Afreecatv.com, the convicted YouTuber spoke up briefly. We summarize the words of ‘WonChangYeon‘:
After a brief greeting, he promises to organize a detailed statement regarding the matter. He is trying to explain this as soon as possible. Finally, he apologizes for any inconvenience.
This announcement was made on January 29, exactly the day of his court proceedings. Since then, there has been no further news. As soon as the YouTuber comments on his conviction, we will report this to you.
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