Summary
Notorious streamerJohnny Somalihas been charged with another crime, potentially putting the streamer behind bars for up to 31 years when combined with his other charges. Though the Somali trial process in South Korea is taking time, it’s partially due to the formerTwitchstreamer receiving more charges as time goes on.
Ramsey Khalid Ismael, aka Johnny Somali, has made a name for himself streaming in part by being a general nuisance wherever he goes.Johnny Somali was previously banned from Japanand Israel for public disturbances and trespassing. However, when the streamer tried to do similar things in South Korea, including disrespecting a memorial to so-called comfort women, he ended up being stuck in the country as an investigation got underway. Somali isn’t allowed to leave South Korea until his trials are completed, but that’s only if he were to be found innocent or the charges otherwise dismissed.
Johnny Somali has already pled guilty to one count of Obstruction of Business, but that’s far from the only thing he’s in trouble for. Now, a new charge has been added to the list, accusing Somali of creating or sharing deepfakes, which is classified as a sex crime in the country.Somali was already charged with one instance of creating deepfakes, with this now being the second. YouTuberLegal Mindset statesthat each deepfake charge comes with a potential maximum jail sentence of 10 1/2 years. When combined with prior charges, if found guilty of everything, Somali could end up behind bars for 31 years total.
What Charges Have Been Brought Against Johnny Somali?
Somali has already seen several charges brought against him, though there may still be more in the future. Thus far, the obstructing business charge carries a maximum jail time of five years. He’s also being charged with a second instance of the same crime. However, there are other actions he committed in the country that may very well end up adding to this potential sentence.Allegations against Johnny Somaliinclude spreading North Korean propaganda and violating anti-terrorism laws.
While it’s difficult to say if South Korea will pursue the maximum sentence for each of these charges, the numbers could certainly add up, even if he isn’t found guilty of every single one. Somali’s behavior since he got in trouble likely won’t help him any, as he even appeared in court while hungover. With otherstreamers turning against Johnny Somaliand charges continuing to add up, the future isn’t looking good for the streamer.
