Woman arrested after attempting to trespass at BTS Jungkook’s home — second incident this summer

Late on August 30 (KST), Seoul police detained a woman in her 40s after she entered the underground parking area of BTS member Jungkook’s residence in Yongsan District. Officers said she was apprehended at the scene and is under investigation for suspected housebreaking/trespass.

What police say happened

According to Korean press reports, the woman followed a vehicle into the building’s parking lot around 11:20 p.m. and was stopped after security flagged her behavior on CCTV. During questioning she reportedly gave incoherent or shifting explanations, including that she was “visiting a friend.” Police are reviewing the exact circumstances and motive.

Jungkook’s response

During a birthday livestream on September 1, Jungkook addressed the incident directly, warning would-be intruders that all activity is recorded and that anyone who enters his property without permission will be handed to police. He also asked fans to respect his privacy.

A repeat pattern: June case referred to prosecutors

This marks the second trespass case at Jungkook’s home in recent months. In mid-June, a different suspect—a woman in her 30s—was arrested after allegedly attempting to unlock his front door by repeatedly entering keypad codes the night he was discharged from military service. Police later referred that case to prosecutors without detention.

Why this matters

Repeated intrusions highlight ongoing concerns about “sasaeng” behavior—stalking and privacy violations targeting K-pop artists—and the limits of current protections even for top celebrities. Local coverage has noted a string of unwanted approaches toward Jungkook over the years, prompting calls for stricter enforcement and stronger preventive measures.

Timeline at a glance

• June 11, 2025: Woman in her 30s detained for allegedly attempting to unlock Jungkook’s front door; case later sent to prosecutors.
• August 30, 2025: Woman in her 40s arrested after entering the building’s parking lot; investigation ongoing.
• September 1, 2025: Jungkook publicly warns against trespassing during a livestream.

Respecting boundaries — what fans can do

• Don’t visit private residences or workplaces. Support artists through official channels and public events.
• Avoid sharing or amplifying personal location details (even if posted elsewhere).
• Report doxxing and stalking content on social platforms; don’t engage with it.

As of now, police have not released further details about the August 30 suspect beyond her age bracket and the location of the arrest. We’ll learn more as the investigation proceeds through the usual legal process in Seoul.