JAKARTA - Cha Eun Woo finally spoke up about the alleged tax evasion he made with his family. Through his Instagram account, he wrote a statement to fans and the public.
Previously on January 22, Cha Eun Woo was investigated for evading tax payments of up to 20 billion won. Together with his family, he is suspected of setting up a shell company so as not to pay a total tax that is larger and that violates tax rules in South Korea.
The tax payment was adjusted to the artist's own income. Cha Eun Woo is said to have minimized the amount of tax by creating several companies because corporate taxes are smaller than individuals.
"I apologize for disappointing many people regarding several things including the recent case involving my name. By making this incident an opportunity, I have deeply reflected on whether my attitude towards my obligations as a citizen of the Republic of Korea, especially regarding tax payment, has been thorough enough," explained Cha Eun Woo.
"I was on military duty but this does not mean a deliberate choice to avoid controversy. Last year, I was in a situation that I could not postpone military service and I left without having time to complete the tax investigation procedure," he continued.
In his letter, he apologized to the public for this situation which made fans feel difficult. He also ensured that he would participate in the tax procedures that were carried out for the future.
"Moreover, I will wisely accept the decision of the relevant authorities and be responsible," said the True Beauty actor.
Tuesday, January 27, Fantagio as the agency that oversees Cha Eun Woo wrote a statement containing an apology and explanation regarding the case.
"The issue being discussed is already in the fact-finding stage which is being examined according to procedures by tax authorities and both agencies and artists are very cooperative with the investigation required for both parties," Fantagio said.
"However, we ask the public not to speculate, spread uncertain information and over-interpret the claims and allegations that appear in the future," the agency said.
With this case, the agency ensures that the management system will be in accordance with the artist and strengthens the system needed so that controversies like this do not appear.
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