SONG MINHO
Mapo Police Station has launched an official investigation into WINNER member MINO’s alleged failure to fulfill his military duties, while the Military Manpower Administration has closed its investigation, according to local media on Thursday.
The police station had launched a preliminary investigation into the case on December 19 on the same charges.
The military had initially launched a preliminary investigation into the case on December 17, but decided to stop it “because a police investigation is more accurate.”
“If the allegations are proven true, MINO could face extended military service even though he has already been discharged,” the Military Manpower Administration told local media.
Local media outlet Dispatch reported on the morning of December 17 that the rapper and singer, whose real name is SONG MINHO, had taken advantage of his connection with a government official to abuse his military leave. The official mentioned in the report holds a high-ranking position at the community facility where MINO is serving his military duty as a social service officer.
His agency, YG Entertainment, denied the rumor later in the day, saying, “MINO has taken leave in accordance with military regulations, especially sick leave for his medical treatment.”
Seoul Mayor Oh Sehoon said Tuesday that the city government will also investigate MINO’s work attendance.
The WINNER member began his military service on March 24 last year and was discharged on Monday.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: SNS WINNER
