Hani's wedding plans derailed by fiancé's hospital scandal; police probe charges of negligent homicide and medical violations

South Korea's authorities are probing a fatal incident at psychiatrist Yang Jae-woong's Bucheon psychiatric hospital. On August 19, 2025, police indicted four additional staff for medical law violations, increasing the total to 11 suspects. According to reports from Yonhap News and Sports Khan, a woman in her 30s died on May 27, 2024, during treatment for diet pill addiction. CCTV showed her restrained after begging for help, with staff leaving her without further aid, leading to her death. Indictments focus on unlicensed medical practices. Investigators plan to summon Yang this week on charges like negligent homicide and medical violations. Other suspects have been questioned. The case highlights safety concerns in mental health facilities, as per Yonhap News and Sports Khan. Yang, a TV personality on mental health topics, remains silent amid calls for accountability in addiction care. The controversy has profoundly affected Hani, the EXID singer engaged to Yang. The couple announced their relationship in June 2022 and planned a September 2024 wedding, but postponed it indefinitely after the patient's death surfaced, coinciding unfortunately with their engagement buzz. Public outrage intensified, with Hani's social media inundated by harsh comments accusing her of insensitivity. This led to her stepping down from multiple TV projects, including variety shows where she was a regular. In a vulnerable moment on MBN's 'Oh Eun-young Stay' in July 2025, Hani shared, "These events made me realize life isn't controllable. I've experienced depression for the first time, hearing why I'd choose such a difficult path." She also discussed the emotional strain of supporting Yang while facing career setbacks and personal doubts. Sources indicate the postponement aims to allow time for the investigation, with no new wedding date announced. Hani has focused on self-care, hinting at therapy in interviews, underscoring how the scandal tests their relationship amid public scrutiny. Hani, real name Ahn Hee-yeon, rose to stardom with EXID's 'Up & Down', which exceeded 120 million YouTube views by 2025 per official data.