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Who Reported Child Abuse by Ghosts at the Folk Village? A Comprehensive Summary of the Online Debate Over the Filing of the Complaint
2026.11.10 11:54
The person who reported the child abuse involving a ghost at the Folk Village is a thread user who studies trauma, and they filed reports with three organizations including the Ministry of Health and Welfare. I have summarized about 9 to 10 complaints, an investigation by Yongin City, and the heated online debate.
You know that video you absolutely have to see at least once whenever you open your social media feed these days? 👻
It is the scene where a white-painted ghost links pinky fingers with a crying child and asks, "Will you listen to your mom?"
The Korean Folk Village's "Ghost Lesson," which gained popularity comparable to a filial piety tourist destination and even earned the nickname "Dark Oh Eun-young,"
Suddenly, I found myself in the middle of a child abuse controversy 😳
I'm sure many of you are wondering who reported it first, how many complaints have been filed, and whether we really won't be able to see it starting next year, right?
I'll summarize everything released so far and the online reactions all at once ✨
1. Who reported the ghost child abuse at the folk village?
The first person to publicly raise the issue was a regular user on Threads.
It turned out to be an account that introduced itself as 'someone studying trauma.'
Posted on: October 25
Reporting Locations: Ministry of Health and Welfare, Ministry of Gender Equality and Family, Korean Folk Village (Total 3 locations)
Reason for report: Determined to have the potential to constitute emotional abuse
Attached with: Screenshot of 'Inquiry received'
This user stated that although they know there will be criticism or ridicule calling them a "professional complainer," as someone studying trauma, they could not just stand by and watch something wrong.
He also added that while he welcomes well-founded academic discussion, he would not continue a conversation with malicious people.
This post went viral quickly, getting over 400 likes and more than 90 comments 🔥
However, since several citizens filed complaints in addition to this person, it is difficult to say that one person alone escalated the situation.
2. 9 complaints? About 10? Status of Yongin City and the government's response
Media reports stated that there were 'about 10' complaints received by Yongin City.
Yongin City: On-site visit to the Folk Village scheduled for this month with child experts and police.
The identity of one preschool child who participated in the event has been determined, and the facts are currently being verified.
A complaint was also filed with the National Human Rights Commission.
Ministry of Gender Equality and Family: Transfer similar complaints to the Ministry of Justice
Ministry of Health and Welfare: Monitoring the situation
But the atmosphere among the relevant agencies seemed quite cautious 💡
It is done with parental consent, and there are almost no precedents where discipline based on fear has been viewed as child abuse.
Yongin City's position is that since this is the first such case and it has not been confirmed by a court ruling, it is difficult to impose sanctions at this stage.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare reportedly said that they need to deliberate, as recognizing this as abuse could lead to issues even being raised regarding amusement park 'haunted houses'.
So, the statement that 'you won't be able to see ghosts at the Folk Village starting next year' is not a confirmed fact yet.
3. Thread·X Comment Reactions Spark Heated Debate on Online Public Opinion
Public opinion is literally split in half 😭
The side that says there is a problem
Children lack the ability to distinguish between play and real threats.
A combination of an insurmountable threat, fear of disaster, and strangers can be perceived as a matter of 'survival' rather than discipline.
If they used to make people listen by hitting them in the past, hasn't it just changed to making them obey by intimidating them now?
Discipline that instills fear in a child leaves trauma.
The view that it is excessive
It is a one-time event where parents agreed to take the children.
Even when the children are crying, they wave to the ghost and hug their parents when it ends.
Is there anyone who developed trauma from 'Grandpa with the Sack' when they were young?
It was originally horror-themed content, but it was the parents who used it for discipline.
The structure of starting an investigation as soon as a complaint is filed drives workers away.
Especially in X, there were many reactions saying, "A loud minority is taking away what the majority enjoyed," and
There were also quite a few reactions on the thread saying, "It is a matter worth thinking about, but there are many people who blindly disagree."
4. From admission to the Folk Village and expert opinions to Lee Ji-hye's experience
The Korean Folk Village maintains that it adheres to its own operational manual.
We will not proceed until the parents bring the child in person.
Even if parents agree, stop immediately if the child is having a hard time.
He explained that while there are opinions expressing discomfort, many parents like it, making it difficult to make a judgment on the ground.
Expert opinions have also been released 💡
Psychiatrist Kwak Ki-hyun: If preschool children are suddenly exposed to fear without explanation, they may experience temporary sleep problems or symptoms of anxiety and avoidance.
Attorney Ha Hee-bong: While being startled only once is difficult to regard as abuse, repeatedly taking a frightened child away can constitute a violation of the Child Welfare Act.
Meanwhile, TV personality Lee Ji-hye became a hot topic again after uploading a video to YouTube on November 9th of her and her two daughters experiencing it firsthand.
I heard there was even a scene where my second child, Ellie, cried her eyes out while being scolded for bathing, and then ran at a ghost when it threatened to take her mom away 😢
Lee Ji-hye stated that while the child seems to be listening well for the time being, she felt sorry for the crying, but she was not sure if it amounted to trauma.
5. Folk Village Ghost 'Teaching a Lesson', What Kind of Event Is It?
Finally, let me wrap up the event itself. 👻
Event Name: Korean Folk Village Autumn Festival 'Gwisin Saba Ghost Play'
Period: Starts in September, scheduled to end on November 15
Nicknames: 'Ghost Lessons', 'Dark Oh Eun-young Service'
Trending video views: Approximately 8 million as of November 8
Representative scene: A scene where a mother asks a four-year-old child, "Are you going to hit Mommy?" and after getting a promise, threatens to come after him if he disobeys.
The Folk Village's official YouTube channel, 'Sokchon-Assi,' even uploaded a promotional video asking people to bring in children, whether they are precious ones or problem children.
There were also criticisms that this promotional method actually made it look like a 'discipline program'.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q. Who reported the ghost child abuse at the Folk Village?
A. I am a civilian user who posted on the thread on October 25 and stated that I am studying trauma. I submitted complaints to three places: the Ministry of Health and Welfare, the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family, and the Korean Folk Village, and several other citizens have also filed separate complaints.
Q. How many complaints were received in total?
A. It was reported as 9 cases on social media, but based on media reports, there are about 10 complaints received by Yongin City. A petition has also been filed with the National Human Rights Commission.
Q. Will we not be able to see the Folk Village ghost event starting next year?
A. Nothing has been decided yet. Yongin City plans to conduct an on-site inspection, but their position is that imposing sanctions is difficult at this stage.
Q. Until when will the ghost event be held this year?
A. This year's 'Gwisin Saba Ghost Play' is scheduled to end on November 15.
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