Johnny Somali, a controversial figure in the streaming community, faces severe allegations regarding threats of sexual assault towards female streamers in South Korea. These claims stem from a recently deleted video on demand (VOD) that may lead to criminal charges against him.
Real name Ramsey Khalid Ismael, Somali is currently embroiled in legal issues as he awaits trial for obstructing business, among other serious accusations. His troubling history includes alleged violations of South Korea’s anti-terrorism laws, drug use, the creation of AI-generated deepfake content targeting fellow streamers, breaches of the Railroad Act, and even dissemination of North Korean propaganda.
Allegations of Threatening Behavior
In a clip shared by legal commentator Legal Mindset, Somali confronted Kick streamers Moxie and Xena outside ABC Pizza in Seoul. During this interaction, which was later deleted by Somali, he muted his microphone while allegedly making threats towards the streamers.
In a tense moment, he reportedly unmuted too early, revealing a statement that suggested he knew individuals capable of harming Moxie. “He THINKS he is smart enough to protect himself by 1) muting his mic when he made the threat at first and 2) saying he knows people – but acting through an agent or agents is still a threat. We will see how the court feels about it,” commented Legal Mindset on the situation.
Moxie, during her live stream, expressed her distress, pleading for assistance and confirming that Somali had threatened her. As the broadcast continued, Somali was alleged to have made further threatening comments toward her and Xena, including statements like, “I know [people] who would get you too, Xena!” and “I’ll slap the sh*t out of” both creators.
Thanks for the fans who pointed me to a clip from Moxie’s stream which highlights the threat from Ramsey Khalid Ismael (Johnny Somali) outside the ABC Pizza in Hongdae, Seoul. pic.twitter.com/d3rV3TuUB8
— Legal Mindset (@TheLegalMindset) December 5, 2024
According to Legal Mindset, this incident at the pizza establishment exemplifies Somali’s ongoing pattern of obstructing businesses, a charge he had already faced following a disruptive broadcast at a 7-Eleven. The legal expert highlighted the gravity of Somali’s threats, noting that inciting others to commit acts of violence carries similar weight to making such threats personally.
As Somali faces these allegations, he remains under restrictions preventing him from leaving South Korea until the resolution of his case. His initial court appearance is scheduled for December 20, with prosecutors reportedly looking to expedite the process by adding more charges.
For further details, please refer to the original report here.
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