Suga BTS Fined Rp173 Million After Nyetir In A State Of Drunkness

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JAKARTA - Suga BTS was officially charged with a fine for driving a drunk vehicle. In early August, he was questioned by the police for driving drunk or Driving Under Influence (DUI).

Suga's agency, BIGHIT, gave a different statement from the authorities. Suga had to undergo an examination because the incident was considered a criminal case.

When examined, Suga's alcohol content reached 0.227% and was large by that reason, his driving license was withheld by the police.

Not only that, Suga also did this in the midst of his tenure as a member of the military.

On September 30, a Seoul court charged the rapper with paying a fine of 15 million won or Rp173.9 million for his mistake.

This figure is in accordance with the prosecutor's request on September 11. The application for a fine as a punishment is due to this case being counted as a minor case, but if Suga refuses, he can file a formal court within seven days of the fine.

Suga also wrote a letter of apology to the public through his community column. He apologized twice for feeling guilty of making different statements.

"I apologize for disappointing and hurting the fans who loved me through my mistakes. I forgot my responsibility to return the love I received and I made a deep mistake," wrote Suga.

"On the night of August 6, I made a mistake by driving an electric scooter on the side of the road after drinking (Alcohol). I also apologize for confusing it through an apology letter that I wrote on August 7," he continued.

Through this incident, I left a big hole from the beautiful memories I made with BTS members and fans. I tarnished the name BTS. I apologize for causing losses to our members and groups," he said.

"I'm sorry that BTS members always believe in me, are in a difficult situation because of me. And I'm aware of the disappointment fans feel. I apologize to fans," he said again.