Recent reports have surfaced regarding BTS member Suga and his involvement in a drunk driving incident. According to South Korean media, suga is under investigation by the Yongsan Police Station for allegedly violating traffic laws related to drunk driving on an electric scooter. Electric kickboards, also known as electric scooters, must be operated with a valid license in South Korea, reflecting strict safety regulations similar to those for cars.

Incident Details

On the night of August 6, 2024, Suga was found alone on the street after allegedly riding the electric scooter while intoxicated. A patrolling officer noticed the smell of alcohol and took him to the nearby police station for further investigation.

• Date of Incident: August 6, 2024
• Location: Yongsan, South Korea
• Vehicle Involved: Electric scooter
• Legal Limit for Alcohol in South Korea: 0.08%
• Outcome: Suga’s breathalyzer test showed a level above the legal limit, potentially affecting his driving license.

BigHit Music’s Official Statement

On August 7, 2024, BigHit Music released an official statement addressing the incident. The statement was posted on BTS’s official community board and provided details about the situation and their response.

“Hello, this is BigHit Music. We apologize for the matter of BTS’s member Suga driving home on an electric scooter while drunk. On the night of August 6, Suga used a helmet while driving an electric scooter home after drinking. He had driven around 500m before he parked and fell down. Through a police officer who had been nearby, a breathalyzer test was conducted, and as per the results, Suga’s license was revoked, and he was fined. No casualties occurred through the incident; neither was any property damaged. He was escorted home by the police.

We apologize for disappointing many people through our artist’s unsavory actions. As a public service officer, he conducted himself in a manner that caused rife in society, and thus, he plans on duly receiving the appropriate punishment from his workplace. We will be even more cautious to prevent similar matters from occurring in the future.

Thank you.”

— BigHit Music

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