K-pop band BTS member SUGA arrives at Yongsan police station on August 23, 2024 in Seoul, South Korea. SUGA of K-pop boy band BTS is under police investigation after he fell while driving an electric motorbike while drunk. Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images
BTS member SUGA was fined after being caught driving a scooter while drunk.
The K-pop superstar got into trouble earlier this year after he was driving an electric motorbike while drunk and fell near his apartment in South Korea, leading to his arrest by police. Now, his punishment has been revealed.
According to DiversitySUGA was fined 15 million KRW (11,500 USD) for his actions. The newspaper said his blood alcohol level was measured at 0.227%, higher than the 0.08% level at which his driver’s license could be canceled.
SUGA was given a “summary indictment”. This is used for petty crimes. However, for now, SUGA can object to the court’s decision as long as it is within seven days of the ruling.
Following the incident, the rapper released a brief statement in which he apologized for his actions and promised to cooperate with police in the matter.
On August 25, SUGA later sent a letter to fans, expressing regret over the matter.
“Hello, this is SUGA. I apologize to you again with embarrassment,” the letter began. “I deeply apologize to my fans and everyone who loves me for the disappointment and hurt caused by my wrongdoing. I made a big mistake. I forgot my responsibility to report it.” Respond to you with actions worthy of the love I have received.
“I just feel sorry for the fans who have always given me so much love,” it continued. “I know that it is difficult to heal the wounds and disappointments that my fans have received with any words, so I deeply regret and reflect on it with a heavy heart. every day, I sincerely apologize to the fans who were hurt by Finally, once again, I sincerely apologize for causing a stir in society and disappointing many people,” it concluded. essay.
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