Suga, whose real name is Min Yoon-gi, is set to be summoned by police for further investigation following his recent DUI scandal.
On August 19, Korean media outlet Yonhap News reported that the police have finalized the schedule for the BTS member’s investigation, which is expected to take place this week.
The 31-year-old rapper will undergo the standard procedures, which include not being summoned on weekends or during nighttime hours.
A police official confirmed during a press conference that they are coordinating with Suga’s team to move forward with the investigation.
The probe will delve into various aspects of the drunk-driving incident, including the controversy surrounding BIGHIT MUSIC’s alleged downplaying of the situation. Initially, the company referred to an electric kickboard rather than a scooter in their statement, but the police indicated they would thoroughly investigate if that was the case.
For those unfamiliar, Suga, who is currently on hiatus from his music career due to military service in South Korea, faced DUI charges on the night of August 6.
The BTS star was riding his electric scooter home while under the influence when he fell from the vehicle near his residence. Reports suggest that a police officer who initially came to assist him detected alcohol on his breath.
A subsequent breathalyser test revealed Suga’s blood alcohol content to be 0.227%, well above the legal limit, leading to his booking on DUI charges.
