The Time I Almost Got Arrested in South Korea (Story Time)

TLDRI almost got arrested in South Korea for trying to help someone in need. Bystanders warned me not to help others due to a previous incident where a Good Samaritan got sued. Despite that, I tried to assist a drunk girl who was in danger, but ended up getting blamed for her injuries. In the end, I was able to clear my name with the help of my friends.

Key insights

🚫Bystanders in Korea discourage helping others due to a previous incident where a Good Samaritan got sued.

🤷‍♀️I decided to help a drunk girl who was in danger, despite the warnings.

👥The girl's friends were nowhere to be found, leaving me responsible for her well-being.

💥A bouncer failed to handle the situation properly, causing the girl to injure herself further.

🚓I was mistakenly targeted by the police for simply trying to help.

Q&A

Why do bystanders in Korea discourage helping others?

Due to a previous incident where a Good Samaritan got sued, people are wary of potential legal consequences and prefer to avoid getting involved.

What made you decide to help the drunk girl despite the warnings?

I strongly believe in helping others in need, and I didn't think twice about offering my assistance, even if it meant going against the prevailing wisdom.

Where were the girl's friends when she needed help?

Her friends had left her alone, which put the burden of responsibility on me and my friends to ensure her safety.

Why did the bouncer fail to handle the situation properly?

The bouncer attempted to lift the girl improperly, causing her to fall and injure herself further. His lack of training or experience may have contributed to his poor judgment.

Were you able to clear your name in the end?

With the help of my friends and explanations of the situation, I was able to show that I had only intended to assist and clear my name of any wrongdoing.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction and explanation of the incident that unfolded in Korea.

02:07Description of the bystander's warning against helping others based on a previous incident of a Good Samaritan getting sued.

08:45Encounter with a drunk girl who needed help.

09:57Bouncer's failed attempt to handle the situation, resulting in the girl injuring herself.

10:56Police intervention and mistaken targeting of me for trying to help.