SOURCE: [단독]송민호 '부실 복무' 재판 돌연 연기…직접 미뤘다
The trial for Song Mino who is accused of violating the Military Service Act, has been suddenly postponed.
According to Star News, the Seoul Western District Court had been scheduled to hold the first trial hearing for Song Mino and his supervisor, Mr. A, on March 24. However, the court accepted the defendants' request to postpone the trial on the 5th, pushing the date back by about a month. the new date for the trial is now set for April 21.
Previously, on December 30, 2025, the Criminal Division 1 of the Seoul Western District Prosecutors' Office indicted the two without detention on charges of violating the Military Service Act. Song Mino is accused of leaving his assigned workplace unauthorized and neglecting his duties and attendance while serving as a public service worker at a facility in Mapo-gu, Seoul, from March 2023 to December 2024. Mr. A is accused of failing to supervise him despite knowing about Song Mino's poor work performance. Notably, it was reported that Song Mino was transferred to the same facility just one month after Mr. A moved there.
Prosecutors secured evidence through phone forensics and GPS records and conducted investigations. During this process, they confirmed that Song Mino had additional unexcused absences. The prosecution stated, "We will do our best so that they receive a punishment accordingly to the crimes."
Song Mino received a Grade 4 classification during his military physical examination and served his military duty as a public service worker at the Mapo Facilities Management Corporation starting in March 2023, before transferring to the Mapo Community Welfare Facility in March 2024. However, just before his discharge, suspicions of negligent service arose due to frequent sick leave and poor attendance. It has been reported that Song Mino has been receiving treatment for panic disorder and bipolar disorder.
Song Mino was discharged from the military service on December 23, 2024, but later faced allegations of failing to show up for work properly during his time as a public service worker. As a result, on January 23, 2025t, the Mapo Police Station summoned him for investigation on charges of violating the Military Service Act. At the time, Song Mino explained regarding the allegations and stated that he "followed the regulations" and that "there were no problems." However, after three rounds of investigation, it was revealed that he admitted to most of the negligent service and leaving his workplace. This has led to questions about whether he would be required to serve again.
Eventually, the Military Manpower Administration requested a police investigation. The police conducted search and seizure operations at the Mapo Community Welfare Facility where Song Mino worked, as well as his residence. They secured CCTV footage and analyzed his commuting times. The Military Manpower Administration stated, "If the investigation proves negligent service, we plan to revoke his discharge and require him to serve again for the period during which he didn't fulfill his duties." The Military Manpower Administration also announced plans to strengthen management of public service workers by introducing electronic methods to track the attendance.
An official from the National Police Agency explained at a press conference held in Seoul, "We questioned Song Mino on three occasions, conducted search and seizure, and communication investigations. We will decide on the charges based on the materials we have obtained. Song Mino has admitted to leaving his workplace during work hours."
Regarding this, lawyer Kim Kangho from Roel Law firm appeared on a radio show and stated, "The penalties may vary depending on how many days Song Mino was absent. However, under the Military Service Act, leaving service can lead to up 3 years in person. Meanwhile being late or leaving early can lead to up to 1 year in prison. Some people say Song Mino should re-enlist as an active-duty soldier, but since he has already completed his service, this is not possible under the current military law."
Following his controversy, in May 2025 YG Ent. officially announced that WINNER would make a comeback with three members, excluding Song Mino from the group. The outrage was further fueled as his fellow member Kang Seungyoon completed his active-duty military service around the same time, which is contrast to Song Mino's situation.
TOP COMMENTS:
1. [+225][-2] If he still has shame, he should go back to the military, serve properly, and never even come near the broadcasting industry again.
2. [+168][-0] What did he do to deserve a postponement.....?
3. [+105][-3] What did WINNER do wrong? This one guy completely ruined everythingㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
4. [+14][-0] A typical trick to buy more time.
5. [+14][-0] PSY served twice. I'm not sure if the investigation will be done properly this time.
