Forced to call him 'Dad': Trial over sexual abuse in disabled care home shocks South Korea
The BBC spoke to one of three residents at a care home who were sexually assaulted by a staff member.
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Notable Quotes
"I was hurting inside, so I came to tell my story."
— Seo Mi-hyeon , Activist
"I thought it was safe to speak because I was told I didn't have to go back to Saekdongwon."
— Seo Mi-hyeon , Activist
"I just endured it."
— Seo Mi-hyeon , Activist
Key People
North Korean leader overseeing missile tests.
Ko is Seo's lawyer who has helped in providing legal representation.
Lee is another victim of sexual abuse at the care home.
Seo is a victim with an intellectual disability who disclosed sexual abuse in a care home.
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The BBC spoke to one of three residents at a care home who were sexually assaulted by a staff member.
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