Sources and Documentation
This website is based on verified information from the following sources. These documents provide evidence of Lois Chun's fraudulent activities and can be referenced by individuals seeking more information:
News Reports
ABC 7 News Report: "Korean Dance Bootcamp Goes Bust"
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Investigative report covering the HITSNY scam, featuring interviews with victims including Bonnie Blake and her daughter Kelly. The report confirmed that multiple families lost $5,000 each with little to no refunds provided.
Link: ABC7NY Original Report (Archive may be required for access)
Online Reports and Forums
Ripoff Report: Multiple Complaints
Filed in 2012, with multiple updates
Multiple entries on Ripoff Report document the experiences of families and staff who were victimized by HitsNY. These reports include detailed accounts of the payment processes, promises made, and subsequent cancellation.
Soompi Forum: HitsNY Scam Warning Thread
2012-2013
K-pop fan community forum thread where multiple victims shared their experiences with the HITSNY scam. The thread contains firsthand accounts from students and parents who were affected by the scam.
Victim Collection Blog
Created after the 2012 scandal
A blog created to document and collect victim stories related to Lois Chun's scams. The site includes a "Victims" page where affected individuals shared their experiences.
Legal Documentation
Federal Court Case: Chun v. Sushi Maru Express
Case Number: 2:17-cv-06411-JMV-MF (2018)
While not directly related to the HITSNY scam, this legal case provides insight into Lois Chun's credibility in legal matters. In this case, Chun's claims were dismissed for lack of evidence and poor pleading, which is consistent with the pattern of misrepresentation documented elsewhere.
Government Information: Official Court Record - U.S. Government Publishing Office
Public court records: Also available through PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records)
Victim Statements
Collected Testimonials
This website includes statements from verified victims of Lois Chun's scams. These accounts have been cross-referenced with other sources to ensure accuracy. Some names have been changed to protect privacy, but the experiences are authentic.
Victim statements document consistent patterns of:
- High-pressure sales tactics
- Demands for upfront payment in cash or bank checks
- Abrupt cancellation of services
- Unfulfilled promises of refunds
- Bounced checks to service providers
- Use of different aliases for different ventures
Source Verification Policy
All information on this website is backed by multiple sources and has been carefully reviewed for accuracy. We maintain a strict policy against publishing unverified allegations or rumors.
If you have additional documented evidence that could enhance this resource, please contact your local authorities first, then consider sharing (redacted as appropriate) information to help warn others.
Our goal is to provide factual, evidence-based information to prevent future victims from falling prey to these scams.