Neighbor booked in stalking of Kia Tigers ace pitcher's family

A neighbor who allegedly stalked the family of Kia Tigers pitcher Yang Hyeon-jong over a parking dispute has been apprehended, the Gwangju Nambu Police Station said Tuesday.

The suspect, a man in his 50s, was booked without detention on charges of violating the Act on Punishment of Crime of Stalking.

The suspect is accused of loitering around the residence of Yang's family from March until recently. He also allegedly splattered food waste and other trash more than 10 times on promotional displays featuring Yang installed by the local government.

The suspect is accused of targeting Yang’s family, who are his neighbors, following a dispute over alleyway parking, according to investigators. The incidents occurred primarily on days when Yang was slated to take the mound.

The police are investigating to determine whether to pursue further action.

Yang's family has reportedly told police that it does not seek punishment against the suspect.

BY JANG GU-SEUL [[email protected]]