On August 7, 2024, Yonhap reported that SUGA was under investigation for DUI after being found alone on the streets, having fallen from an electric kickboard
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Initial Report
SUGA’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was found to be over 0.08%, leading to the revocation of his driver’s license
Breathalyzer Test
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Police Investigation
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SUGA issued a public apology on Weverse, expressing regret for his actions
Public Apology
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Initial CCTV footage aired by JTBC was later claimed to be incorrect, leading to further scrutiny
CCTV Footage Controversy
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DongA Ilbo released new footage, which was confirmed to be the correct one
Correct Footage Released
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The police confirmed that SUGA’s driver’s license was officially revoked due to the high BAC level
License Revocation
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There was significant public and fan backlash, with some calling for SUGA’s withdrawal from BTS
Public Backlash
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Discussions arose about how this incident might affect SUGA’s mandatory military service
Military Service Impact
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The case is still under investigation, with potential legal consequences pending