BTS' Suga faces disciplinary action after incident while under the influence of alcohol

SugaLead rapper of K-pop band BTS, said he is ready to face the disciplinary measures taken against him, days after he faced authorities in Seoul's Yongsan district for riding an electric scooter while under the influence of alcohol.

In a handwritten letter posted on Weverse on Sunday, August 25, Suga – whose real name is Min Yoon-gi – apologized again for not being able to repay the “love” he received from his fans, while addressing the recent incident.

“It is with a shameful heart that I apologize once again to all of you. I deeply apologize for disappointing and hurting my fans and everyone who loves me through my wrongdoings,” he said about a Soompi Translation.

“I forgot my responsibility to repay the love I have received so far through appropriate behavior [to] this love, and I made a big mistake,” Suga continued.

Suga's handwritten letter to his BTS bandmates and fans. Image: Weverse/Suga

In his letter published on August 7, the rapper wrote that he “should have thought more carefully” before writing this apology.

“On the evening of August 6, I made the mistake of riding an electric scooter on the sidewalk after drinking. I also apologize for causing great confusion with my first apology, which I hastily published on August 7. I should have thought more thoroughly and carefully, but I did not,” he said.

Suga promised he would do everything in his power to ensure that the incident would not happen again, saying it had left “a huge stain on the precious memories” he shared with his bandmates and fans.

“It's all my fault. Because of my negligence, everyone who cares about me is going through a difficult time. I will live my life in reflection and strive not to commit such misdeeds again,” he said.

“This incident has left a big stain on the precious memories I have with my [fellow BTS] members and our fans, and I have tarnished BTS's name. I am so painfully sorry for the harm I caused to the other members and our group that it is hard to put into words,” he added.

The “Daechwita” rapper also stated that he was “deeply reflecting on his actions” and reiterated his apology to his BTS colleagues and supporters.

“I am sorry that the [BTS] Members who have always believed in me are suffering because of me. And I am only too aware of the disappointment of the fans who have supported and cheered me on,” he said. “I am deeply [regret] my actions and [reflecting] every day with a heavy heart.”

Suga, who was under police investigation for the August 23, 2017 incident, said he would accept the “disciplinary measures” imposed on him as a consequence of his actions.

“I will not only accept the disciplinary measures that are decided [by the authorities] in the future, but also any criticism or reprimand. Finally, I bow my head once again and sincerely apologize for causing controversy and disappointing many people,” he said.