Indian BTS fans have once again demonstrated their unwavering loyalty, extending their support across borders as a truck filled with messages for SUGA was spotted outside the HYBE headquarters in South Korea. The truck, funded by fans, carried messages in multiple Indian languages, expressing their encouragement for SUGA during a difficult period.

Indian BTS ARMY sends love to SUGA amidst controversy

Recently, SUGA, a member of BTS, has faced significant attention following his involvement in a drunk driving incident. Fans from all over the world, including India, have shown their backing through various methods, and the latest gesture from Indian BTS fans stands out. Support trucks have been arriving outside HYBE’s headquarters, displaying messages to remind everyone that BTS is a group of seven, and that no one member is expendable.

In recent weeks, protest trucks had been seen in Seoul, with messages calling for SUGA’s withdrawal from BTS after he was involved in a drunk driving accident on his electric scooter near Nine One Hannam, a location where many BTS members reside. In contrast, the support trucks sent by Indian fans carried the message, “BTS is seven,” emphasizing that fans believe BTS is incomplete without any of its members.

SUGA’s legal case: Fines under South Korea’s Road Traffic Act

Earlier, on September 10, SUGA was summarily indicted and fined by the Seoul Western District Prosecutor’s Office, Criminal Division 2. A summary indictment allows the court to impose fines for minor offenses without the need for a full trial.

On September 11, Korean media outlet Newsis reported that SUGA had been sentenced to a 15 million KRW fine for his violation of the Road Traffic Act. This comes after his DUI case, in which he was found to have been operating an electric scooter while under the influence of alcohol.

According to South Korea’s Road Traffic Act, if a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) is 0.08% or higher, their license is automatically revoked, and the individual faces penalties ranging from 1 to 2 years in prison or a fine of 5 to 10 million KRW. For higher levels of 0.2% or more, the punishment can be as severe as 2 to 5 years in prison or a fine of 10 to 20 million KRW. Initial reports suggested that SUGA’s BAC was 0.227%, though the police have not confirmed this specific figure.

Incident details and investigation timeline

The incident occurred on August 6, when SUGA was caught riding his electric scooter while under the influence. After being stopped, he underwent a breathalyzer test and was later taken to a nearby police station for questioning. On August 23, he made a public apology while entering Yongsan Police Station for further investigation. A week after that, his case was forwarded to the prosecution, leading to the 15 million KRW fine.

This incident has stirred public opinion, with some protesting against his actions, while others continue to stand by him, as seen through fan-led initiatives like the Indian BTS ARMY’s support truck.

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