Comedian Lee Jin-ho caught drunk driving after gambling scandal

Comedian Lee Jin-ho, who had been on a break from broadcasting following an illegal gambling controversy, is now under police investigation for drunk driving. His agency, SM C&C, admitted the charge in a statement Wednesday. “We sincerely apologize for delivering such disgraceful news. After checking with him, we confirm that he drove under the influence early this morning. He completed questioning at the police station and is awaiting the outcome,” the agency said. The statement added, “Lee takes full responsibility without any excuses and is deeply reflecting on his wrongdoing. The company also feels responsible and will ensure he accepts the legal consequences.” According to police, Lee drove about 100 kilometers from Incheon to Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province, at around 3 a.m. while intoxicated on Wednesday. His blood alcohol concentration was 0.11 percent, above the threshold for license revocation. At his request, police conducted a blood test and are awaiting results. Lee had previously admitted to illegal gambling in an online post in October last year, saying he started usWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times