Suga, a BTS member, was arrested for driving an electric scooter with a high alcohol concentration of 0.227%, far exceeding legal limits. The incident sparked severe backlash from the community, with many criticizing Suga’s dishonesty and irresponsible behavior. His high alcohol concentration and the ensuing legal consequences have led to widespread calls for his departure from BTS.
Incident Overview: The Alcohol Concentration of Suga and DUI
Suga, a member of BTS, was arrested for driving an electric scooter while intoxicated. His blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was 0.227%, far exceeding the 0.08% limit for license revocation. This high alcohol concentration indicated that Suga was in a severely intoxicated state.
Legal Consequences of Suga’s Alcohol Concentration
According to the law, a BAC of 0.08% to 0.2% may lead to imprisonment for one to two years. Alternatively, a fine of 5 to 10 million won may be imposed. If the alcohol concentration exceeds 0.2%, penalties increase to two to five years in prison. Fines range from 10 to 20 million won. In cases similar to Suga’s, fines between 10 and 15 million won are typical.
Community Reaction and Public Outcry Over Suga Incident
When the news broke on the Korean community site theqoo, it sparked significant criticism. Initially, there was a baseless claim that Suga’s alcohol concentration was only 0.08%. However, this rumor was quickly dispelled, leading to further criticism. Many expressed relief that no severe accident occurred. However, they harshly criticized Suga for driving while heavily intoxicated.
Allegations of Dishonesty: Suga’s Actions Under Community Scrutiny
The situation worsened when the community began to suspect Suga of lying. Suga and his agency, BigHit Music, referred to the vehicle as an “electric kickboard” in their apology statement. In reality, it was a “foldable electric scooter” with a seat. Driving this type of vehicle under the influence carries penalties similar to those for drunk driving in a car. This discrepancy led to accusations that Suga was trying to downplay the incident.
Public Sentiment: Calls for Departure of Suga from BTS
Public sentiment grew more negative due to Suga’s initial statement to the police that he had only consumed one beer. His high alcohol concentration of 0.227% indicated otherwise, leading many to view his statement as dishonest. Consequently, there is a growing demand within the Korean community for Suga to leave BTS. Many ARMY members feel betrayed by Suga’s actions and are angered by the situation.
Past Controversies and Their Impact on Community Reaction to Suga
This critical view of Suga isn’t solely due to his DUI. He has previously been criticized for making inappropriate comments about military service, a sensitive issue in Korea. Additionally, his use of vulgar language in song lyrics and concerts has drawn criticism. These accumulated issues have led many to believe that Suga should leave BTS. Fans hope that HYBE and Suga can navigate this crisis wisely.
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This is ridiculous! Wtf?!?! Falling off a scooter isn’t that bad! Fucking weird ass law!