Actor Go Kyung-pyo faces police investigation after drunk driving accident

Actor Go Kyung-pyo is under police investigation after striking a cleaning vehicle in Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, at approximately 3:30 AM on the 14th. A breathalyzer test confirmed his blood alcohol concentration was at a level that warrants driver's license revocation.

Actor Go Kyung-pyo is facing police investigation after causing a traffic accident while driving in a heavily intoxicated state, an incident that has brought renewed attention to past photos and videos of him at a drinking session with a female BJ. With his blood alcohol concentration confirmed at a level that warrants driver's license revocation, controversy continues to grow as videos showing him appearing intoxicated are being recirculated online.

At approximately 3:30 AM on the 14th, Go Kyung-pyo was driving his passenger vehicle in Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, when he struck a cleaning vehicle. A breathalyzer test conducted at the scene confirmed that his blood alcohol concentration was at a level resulting in the revocation of his driver's license. Police are investigating the exact circumstances of the accident and the situation during the drunk driving incident.

As news of the accident broke, photos and videos previously released showing Go Kyung-pyo having drinks with a female BJ have once again drawn interest. At the time, the BJ Ssehi posted a photo taken alongside Go Kyung-pyo on her social media, writing, "I'm captivated by oppa's face, he's so handsome. Oppa allowed it." The post was an expression of admiration for his appearance while revealing an unexpected meeting with a famous actor.

In particular, a short video released alongside the photo caught attention as it showed Go Kyung-pyo winking next to Ssehi. Ssehi captioned the video with the phrase, "Oppa, are you drunk?" In the video, Go Kyung-pyo displayed facial expressions and behaviors that appeared somewhat intoxicated, and with the news of this drunk driving accident, those scenes are being re-examined online.

Since the meeting occurred during a period when social distancing was being implemented due to the spread of COVID-19, various reactions were raised regarding the photos and the location of the gathering. At the time, Go Kyung-pyo's agency denied allegations of visiting an entertainment establishment, explaining, "After Go Kyung-pyo finished filming a drama, he visited the agency office and had a light drinking session." It is necessary to distinguish between the allegations raised then and the agency's explanation.

This time, the gravity of the matter has changed as an actual drunk driving accident has occurred, separate from the past drinking controversy. As a blood alcohol concentration at the level of license revocation was confirmed, attention is focused on the police investigation results and the circumstances of the accident. Regardless of being an actor loved by the public, it appears difficult to avoid criticism given that drunk driving is a serious issue that can threaten the lives and safety of others.

Go Kyung-pyo has been active this year, appearing in the tvN drama 'Undercover Miss Hong' as well as variety programs such as 'Sixth Sense: B-Side' and 'The Village Barber.' As he has met the public through various works and variety shows, interest is also focused on his future activities following this sudden drunk driving accident.

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