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Japanese Influencer Dies Live, Police Find No Foul Play

8/6/2026

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Police in Yongsan District, Seoul say Japanese influencer A, a woman in her 20s with 80,000 followers, died during a live broadcast at 5:33 a.m. on August 5, 2026.
An acquaintance watching the TikTok stream reported the emergency to Yongsan Police, prompting a response.
Police found no signs of foul play and are investigating the death’s exact circumstances.
Authorities reminded the public that the 24-hour suicide-prevention hotline 109 and Madelan counseling are available.

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Police in Yongsan District, Seoul say Japanese influencer A, a woman in her 20s with 80,000 followers, died during a live broadcast at 5:33 a.m. on August 5, 2026.
An acquaintance watching the TikTok stream reported the emergency to Yongsan Police, prompting a response.
Police found no signs of foul play and are investigating the death’s exact circumstances.
Authorities reminded the public that the 24-hour suicide-prevention hotline 109 and Madelan counseling are available.