Byeon Woo Seok's Agency Apologizes For Excessive Security At Airport

Jul 15, 2024

Byeon Woo Seok’s agency has issued a statement regarding the recent controversy over excessive security measures.

On July 12, Byeon Woo Seok left from Incheon International Airport for the 2024 Asia Fan Meeting Tour “SUMMER LETTER.” Following this, online communities expressed dissatisfaction with the level of security provided for Byeon Woo Seok at the airport.

In a video capturing the situation on site, Byeon Woo Seok’s security guard appears to be using bright flashes toward people nearby and blocking passage despite no apparent threats such as people rushing toward him.

In response, Byeon Woo Seok’s agency VARO Entertainment issued an apology. The full statement is provided below:

"Hello,

This is VARO Entertainment.

We deeply apologize for any inconvenience caused to airport users due to security measures when our artist departed from Incheon International Airport on July 12.

Upon learning that a security guard used a flashlight toward airport users, we immediately instructed him to cease this action. While we were not fully aware of the specific security situation at the gate, airline ticketing, and on-site security, we take full moral responsibility for any discomfort experienced during the security process. We sincerely apologize to those who were inconvenienced.

Moving forward, we will conduct more thorough checks and exercise greater caution to prevent similar inconveniences to airport users and the public. We apologize once again for any concern caused."

source: Soompi