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'Drug charges' Yoo Ah-in faces police investigation on the 24th
Yoo Ah-in will appear at the police as a suspect on the morning of the 24th and be questioned. Yoo Ah-in, who returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport after traveling to the United States on the 5th, submitted body hair and urine through a body search and search, and was also questioned by the police the next day.
In the meantime, many things happened. Initially, Yoo Ah-in was suspected of habitual use of propofol, but he shocked the public when he tested positive for a total of four drugs, including marijuana, cocaine, and ketamine. The public, who had been surprised by propofol, felt even more betrayed by Yoo Ah-in as marijuana, cocaine, and ketamine were discovered one after another.
The public demanded an explanation from Yoo Ah-in. Immediately after the suspicion of propofol first broke out, Yoo Ah-in only made a plain statement through his agency UAA, saying, “I will faithfully undergo the investigation,” but did not say much afterward. Since Yoo Ah-in had always expressed his opinions on social issues through social media, the public's frustration was further aggravated, and voices calling for him to "clarify his position" grew louder. Nevertheless, Yoo Ah-in’s mouth did not open.
Yoo Ah-in's mouth is expected to be opened in front of the police on the 24th. As the police have announced a private investigation, it is unlikely that Yoo Ah-in will officially stand on the photo line, but it is expected that many reporters will flock to see and capture his appearance at the police station. Yoo Ah-in's agency, UAA, also took a cautious stance, saying, "There will be no statement on the day."
An official from UAA, the agency, told Ten Asia, "Yoo Ah-in has completed the appointment of a lawyer. He plans to actively cooperate with the police investigation with his lawyer and will faithfully explain the problematic aspects." It is said that Yoo Ah-in worked at the prosecution and Kim & Chang Law Offices and appointed a lawyer who received a commendation from the Minister of Justice.
Previously, Yoo Ah-in's side stated regarding the administration of propofol, "Ah-in Yoo, who suffered from a skin disease, has a phobia of needles, so he was put under sedation." I am interested in what kind of explanation will be given regarding the other three types of drugs.
Meanwhile, Netflix and the movie 'High Five' are in a miserable state due to Yoo Ah-in's drug charges. In the first half of this year, Yoo Ah-in has released a total of three films, including the Netflix movie 'The Victory' (directed by Kim Hyeong-joo, produced by Moonlight Film Company), the movie 'High Five' (directed by Kang Hyeong-cheol, produced by Annapurna Film), and the Netflix series 'The Fool of the End' (written by Jeong Seong-ju, directed by Kim Jin-min). The piece was scheduled to be released.
In addition, Yoo Ah-in, who was scheduled to appear in 'Hell 2' following the Netflix series 'Hell' (directed by Yeon Sang-ho), left the show due to the drug scandal, and actor Kim Seong-cheol took Yoo Ah-in's place.
In particular, in relation to 'Gathering', it became an issue once again when it was reported that Netflix had recently sent an official letter to investment company Ace Maker saying, "Yoo Ah-in's drug problem is a matter that constitutes 'contract termination.'" In relation to this, Netflix declined to comment to Ten Asia, saying it was "unable to confirm" the matter, but it is a set process for Netflix, which became the biggest victim of this incident, to hold Yoo Ah-in accountable. However, the rumor in the industry is that since the police investigation has not yet been completed, the situation is being monitored further.
Due to Yoo Ah-in's drug scandal, the outcry from actors who appeared in the work together is also growing. Actor Hyun Bong-sik, who appeared in 'The Victory', wrote on his personal account on the 4th, "I feel sad and disappointed. I want to see the movie 'The Victory'. I really want to see it." Kim Young-woong, who appeared in 'The Fool of the End', said, "The welcome phone call with the casting news and the heart-throbbing memories of the first filming are all about to go to waste. If his (Yoo Ah-in) wrong actions are true, he is definitely the target of criticism. "I have no intention of supporting or defending him. Of course, there has to be a price to pay. However, I only regret that the 'fool of the apocalypse', who is about to be born through the hard work and sacrifice of countless people, will not see the light of day," he said.
Not only fans and the public, but also Netflix and colleagues are paying attention to Yoo Ah-in's future situation ahead of the police investigation on the 24th.
Choi Ji-ye, Ten Asia Reporter wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr
