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BTS' SUGA appears for police questioning; apologises for 'disappointing fans' due to DUI incident
BTS' SUGA appeared for police questioning regarding his ongoing DUI incident on August 23 at Yongsan Police Station. He also issued an apology to his fans.
Trigger Warning: This article contains mention of alcohol consumption and driving under the influence.
On August 23, BTS member SUGA appeared at the Yongsan police station for questioning related to his ongoing DUI issue. SUGA is under investigation for riding an electric scooter while under the influence of alcohol.
According to Korean media outlet Dispatch, BTS member SUGA arrived at Yongsan Police Station for questioning concerning his ongoing drunk driving case. At the station, he bowed his head in apology to his fans while facing numerous Korean media waiting for him to show up.
SUGA is under investigation for riding an electric scooter while intoxicated. On August 6, the rapper was found by three police officers patrolling the area after he fell on the road while heading home. The officers smelled alcohol on him and took him to the local police station. The incident has led to significant public scrutiny, and SUGA has apologized for disappointing his fans and causing concern.
According to The Independent, SUGA said, "Firstly, I apologize. I have greatly disappointed my fans and many people and I'm deeply reflecting on it. I will diligently participate in the investigation. Once again I'm sorry."
SUGA bowed his head twice in apology for the incident—once when he arrived at the police station and again after making the statement, before entering the police station for questioning. On the night of the incident, police detected alcohol on him and brought him to the nearest station, where a reported blood alcohol level of 0.227% was recorded. Investigations are ongoing. On August 23, 2024, SUGA appeared at the precinct for his investigation summons related to the DUI issue, arriving around 7:45 PM after completing his public service duties for the day.
Also on August 23, Chosun Ilbo reported that Korea’s Military Manpower Administration will investigate BTS' SUGA’s service as a social worker. Currently, SUGA is fulfilling his military duties in this role instead of serving as an active soldier.
The investigation will assess whether SUGA received preferential treatment at his post and if any regulations regarding public service duties have been violated since he began his role as a social worker. This inquiry follows a civil complaint filed on August 12, which questioned whether SUGA received special treatment before and after his DUI incident, including unauthorized absences.
Disclaimer: If you know someone who is struggling with alcohol abuse, please reach out to the authorities and report it. There are several helplines available for the same.
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