NONO's first appearance since being exposed for sexual assault
Taipei, Taiwan - Chen Xuan Yu, popularly known as NONO, has recently found himself at the center of a growing storm of allegations involving sexual harassment and assault. On August 2nd, 45 days after the allegations surfaced, NONO made his first public appearance as he was summoned to the Taipei City Government Police Bureau's Women and Children's Police Team for interrogation.
2 August 2023
According to reports, at least 25 individuals have been victimized by NONO, as alleged by the accuser known as Teacher Xiao Hong. The prosecutor's office has commanded a search of NONO's residence, seizing his 3C products and summoning him for questioning. NONO was transferred for a follow-up inquiry, where prosecutors found his suspicion of committing a serious crime, but deemed detention unnecessary.
The case has now officially entered the judicial process, sparking widespread debate and anger on Chinese social media platforms, particularly Weibo.
Weibo netizens have been vocal about their discontentment and disbelief regarding the situation. Many are questioning why NONO is still allowed to move freely and continue his work after such grave accusations. Some of the prominent comments on Weibo include:
- "Why can someone who has done such a thing still be free to move about? How are they going to deal with this? Write an apology letter? Issue an apology statement? And then continue to make money? Aren't they ashamed? Can't believe how big the psychological shadow on the victims must be!"
- "Indeed, men are different. After such an incident, they can still continue to make money. Really incredible! I suggest permanent treatment."
- "My goodness, who is this? He still dares to appear?"
- "I witnessed for the first time that celebrities can have such privileges. Is this really fair to the victims? Can social stability really be maintained?"
The public's dissatisfaction with the seemingly light punishment and the continuing privileges enjoyed by celebrities like NONO has been palpable. The fact that he has not been detained, and the perceived leniency in dealing with his case, has led to a call for more stringent legal actions against those accused of such serious offenses.
Some Weibo users expressed confusion over the identity of the accused, even mistaking him for other public figures. However, the general sentiment remains that the treatment of this case is symptomatic of deeper societal issues, with one comment reading, "Who gave celebrities such huge rights to commit crimes and get away with it so easily?"
The case against NONO, now under official legal scrutiny, is a significant development that has ignited discussions and debates on privilege, fairness, and the treatment of sexual harassment and assault allegations in the public sphere. As the legal process unfolds, the situation continues to draw reactions from all sections of society, reflecting concerns that extend beyond the case itself. The spotlight is not only on NONO and his actions but on the entire system that deals with such issues.
With a rising chorus demanding justice and a critical examination of how celebrities are treated in such cases, the incident is a reminder of the ongoing struggle against sexual harassment and the need for more effective mechanisms to address such allegations, ensuring justice for victims and accountability for those responsible.