Actor Go Kyung-pyo under investigation after drunk driving accident in Seoul

Police are investigating actor Go Kyung-pyo after he collided with a street sweeper in Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, at approximately 3:30 AM on the 14th. A breathalyzer test conducted at the scene confirmed his blood alcohol concentration was at a level corresponding to the revocation of a driver's license.

Actor Go Kyung-pyo is under police investigation for causing a traffic accident while driving under the influence. Controversy is mounting as it has been reported that he took the wheel while intoxicated during the early morning hours and collided with a street sweeper.

According to reports released on the 14th, Go Kyung-pyo was driving his passenger vehicle in Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, at approximately 3:30 AM when he struck a street sweeper on the road.

A breathalyzer test was conducted at the scene immediately following the accident. The results confirmed that Go Kyung-pyo's blood alcohol concentration was at a level corresponding to the revocation of a driver's license. It was reported that this was not a case of mere suspicion of drinking or refusal to test, but a confirmed measurement at the license revocation level.

Drunk driving is a serious illegal act that threatens the lives and safety of both the driver and others on the road. In particular, as an accident involving a collision with a street sweeper occurred, attention is focused on the exact circumstances of the accident, the road conditions at the time, and whether there were any damages.

Police are investigating Go Kyung-pyo regarding the process of the accident and the circumstances of the drunk driving. The investigation is also expected to include the speed of the vehicle at the time of the accident, the collision situation, and whether there was additional damage.

Go Kyung-pyo is an actor who has been active in both films and dramas, and significant repercussions for his future entertainment activities are expected as this incident has come to light. However, the details confirmed so far are the breathalyzer results and the fact that the accident occurred; the specific circumstances of the accident and the results of the police investigation must be confirmed further.

Earlier this year, he played the role of the former lover of Park Shin-hye, who took the title role in the tvN drama 'Undercover Miss Hong,' capturing the hearts of many female fans by showing a "pure-hearted man" side. Recently, he had also acknowledged the need for self-management, stating that he had gained nearly 100kg.

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