"My girlfriend is in 6th grade" Soldier refutes relationship with minor as "mutually agreed"

[Financial News] The situation of a soldier who, despite being caught dating a 6th-grade elementary school student, only worries about his promotion being delayed, saying "what's the problem," has been reported. The Air Force stated that the post is completely unfounded. 

On the 26th, a post titled "Air Force Private in big trouble for dating a 6th-grade girlfriend" was shared on the online community Bobaedream, originally posted on another community.

The post contains a photo capturing the content of Mr. A, presumed to be an active-duty Air Force member, being contacted by the unit's chief master sergeant regarding 'statutory rape of a minor' allegations.

Mr. A said, "My girlfriend is in 6th grade, but what's rape about meeting her during leave?" and "Is it considered rape when both parties agree?"

He also said, "After talking with my girlfriend, it seems her parents reported it because she didn't come home that day and had her phone checked. Am I in big trouble?" and "Seriously, am I going to be denied promotion?"

Mr. A added, "My girlfriend only says she's sorry to me, what should I do? If anyone has experience, please respond."

As the post was shared, many netizens reacted with shock at the content.

Netizens responded, "Worry about getting a criminal record, not a promotion delay," "6th grade? What a crazy guy," "You shouldn't mess with minors."

According to Article 305 of the Criminal Act, sexual intercourse with a person under the age of 13 is punishable even if there is consent.

Meanwhile, an Air Force official emphasized, "The post on a certain community is unfounded," and "According to the military police, investigation team, and the relevant unit's verification, there were no text messages mentioned in the post, nor any similar incidents."



hsg@fnnews.com Han Seung-gon Reporter