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Nov 2021
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Kidnapping of Korea's Shining Star (Case...

Mimi Mizicko
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When 박초롱초롱빛나리 (Chorong Chorong Bitnari Park) was kidnapped, all of Korea held their breath waiting for her safe return. The identity of her kidnapper shocked Korea. Would families ever feel safe again?

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