BTS’ SUGA’s DUI Controversy: Clarifications and Apology
On August 7, news outlets reported that BTS’ SUGA is under investigation by the police for a DUI incident involving an electric scooter. Initially, there was some confusion over whether SUGA was riding an electric scooter or a kickboard, but recent clarifications have resolved this.
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Key Highlights of BTS’ SUGA’s DUI Controversy:
Incident Date and Details:
• Actual Date: June 6, 2024 (not August 6 as initially reported).
• Transport:SUGA was riding an electric scooter with a seat, not a kickboard.
• Location:Found alone on the streets and assisted by police.
Legal Consequences:
• Sobriety Test: Conducted; SUGA’s license was revoked.
• Outcome: Fined, no property damage or personal injury reported.
Company Response:
• BIGHIT Music:Released an apology, clarified the correct date, and confirmed disciplinary action for SUGA.
Incident Details:
According to police reports, SUGA was alone on the night of August 6, 2024, when the incident occurred. He was found after riding an electric scooter with a seat, not a kickboard as some reports suggested. The police had to assist him and bring him to a local station. SUGA was later fined and his license was revoked after a sobriety test showed he had been drinking. The situation was addressed with no damage to property or personal injury.
Company's Statement and Apology:
BIGHIT Music, SUGA’s management company, released a detailed statement apologizing for the incident. They clarified that the event actually took place on June 6, 2024, not August 6 as initially reported. The statement mentioned that SUGA was wearing a helmet and was on his way home when he fell while parking his scooter. The company also confirmed that SUGA would face disciplinary action due to his actions.
SUGA’s Military Service:
SUGA, who enlisted as a public service worker in the South Korean military on September 22, 2023, is expected to be discharged around 2025. His enlistment followed the release of his debut solo album, D-DAY, in April 2023, under his producer name August D.
This incident highlights the importance of adhering to traffic regulations, even on personal transport devices, and reflects on the responsibilities of public figures to maintain their conduct. BIGHIT Music’s prompt apology and SUGA’s cooperation with authorities demonstrate a commitment to accountability and rectification.
