Public outrage is growing after the man who broke into actress Nana’s home claimed he “didn’t know it was a celebrity’s house” during police questioning. Anger intensified when it was revealed that Nana’s mother lost consciousness from severe injuries sustained during the struggle.

The incident occurred around 6 a.m. on November 15 in Nana’s luxury villa in Acheon-dong, Guri City, valued at roughly 4.2 billion KRW (~$2.9M). The 30-something suspect, identified as A, entered through an unlocked door, threatened the residents with a weapon, and demanded money.

A physical struggle ensued, leaving Nana’s mother seriously injured and unconscious, while Nana was also hurt while subduing him. Despite the danger, the two managed to overpower him and hand him to police.

Public anger surged further after A explained he broke in simply because he was “short on living expenses.”