Seoul, August 7, 2024 – SUGA Aka Min Yoongi, a prominent member of the internationally acclaimed K-pop group BTS, is currently under investigation by the Seoul Yongsan Police Station for allegedly violating the Road Traffic Act. The incident, which has garnered significant media attention, occurred on August 6, when SUGA, was reportedly seen operating an electric scooter while intoxicated in the Yongsan district of Seoul.
Incident Details
The initial reports emerged from Yonhap News on August 7, detailing that SUGA had been involved in an accident while riding the electric scooter after a night of drinking. Eyewitnesses and patrolling police officers observed him falling off the scooter. Upon approaching to offer assistance, the officers detected a strong smell of alcohol and subsequently transported him to a nearby police station for further investigation.
Official Statements and Apology
BIGHIT MUSIC, the agency representing BTS, quickly addressed the situation with an official statement:
We apologize for BTS member SUGA’s electric kickboard accident. On the night of August 6, while returning home drunk, SUGA used an electric kickboard while wearing his helmet. After moving about 500 meters, he fell while parking, and as a result of a breathalyzer test conducted by a nearby police officer, he was fined and had his license revoked. There was no loss of life or property damage in the incident. We apologize for disappointing many people due to the artist's inappropriate behavior.
SUGA also issued a personal apology on Weverse, expressing his remorse for the incident:
Hello everyone, this is SUGA. I feel deeply sorry and heavy to come to you with such disappointing news. After drinking at dinner last night, I tried to get back on an electric kickboard. I was unaware of the law regarding drunk driving on a kickboard and ended up violating the traffic law. I fell alone while parking the kickboard at the front of my house door. A police personnel was nearby and I was issued with a license revocation and a fine. No one was injured, but I sincerely apologize to everyone with full responsibility for my inexcusable actions.
Impact on Military Service and Public Image
The investigation is particularly significant as SUGA is currently serving his mandatory military duty as a social service agent, a role he assumed in September 2023 due to a shoulder surgery he underwent in 2020. His military service, which spans 21 months, is scheduled to conclude in June 2025. The outcome of this investigation could potentially affect his public image and professional commitments.
Fans' Reaction and SUGA's Recent Activities
Fans of SUGA are navigating a mix of disappointment and continued support. Before his enlistment, SUGA released his debut solo album under the name "Agust D", which was well-received, topping various international and domestic charts. His film "Agust D Tour D-DAY" also achieved significant success, surpassing USD 10 million in revenue within ten days of its release.
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Conclusion
The incident involving SUGA serves as a reminder of the strict traffic laws in South Korea, which apply equally to electric scooters as they do to cars. As the investigation progresses, both SUGA and his agency have pledged to cooperate fully with the authorities and to take steps to prevent such incidents in the future. The K-pop star's fans and the general public await the final outcomes and any further statements from HYBE, the entertainment company representing BTS.
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