Driving under the influence at 182km/h ... Nam Taehyun faces second trial today

SOURCE: 시속 182km 음주운전 인정..남태현, 오늘(12일) 2번째 공판

WINNER's ex-member Nam Taehyun is heading back to court after driving under the influence during his probation period for drug use.

On the 12th, The Seoul Western District Court will hold the second trial for Nam Taehyun on charges of violating the Road Traffic Act.

Nam Taehyun was indicted on charges of driving with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.122%, which is above the license revocation threshold of 0.08%, around 4.10 AM on April 27, 2025 near Dongjak Bridge on the Gangbyeonbuk-ro expressway heading towards Ilsan.

At the time, he was reportedly driving at 182 km/h, which far exceeds the road's speed limit of 80 km/h, and crashed into the central divider. Fortunately, there were no casualties from the accident.

This is the second time Nam Taehyun has been charged with drunk driving. In March 2023, while under investigation for drug-related charges, he caused a traffic accident due to driving under the influence and received a summary order for a 6 million KRW fine. In January last year, he was sent to trial alongside his ex-girlfriend Seo Minjae for violating the Narcotics Control Act and was sentenced to one year in prison, suspended for two years.

At the first trial, Nam Taehyun entered the courtroom with his long blonde hair tied back. When the judge asked, "Do you admit to all the charges?" he replied, "That is correct."

Nam Taehyun also briefly stated regarding his current occupation, saying, "I am an office worker now."

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Former idol Nam Taehyun cancels performance ... Turns out caught drunk driving while on probation for drug charges

 

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Nam Taehyun (31), former member of the group WINNER, is once again under police investigation after being caught drunk driving while on probation for previous drug charges.

According to police on the 8th, the Yongsan Police Station in Seoul booked Nam Taehyun on charges of drunk driving under the Road Traffic Act on April 27. Nam Taehyun is accused of causing an accident around 4:10 AM near Dongjak Bridge on the Gangbyeonbuk-ro expressway heading towards Ilsan while driving under the influence. He reportedly hit the central divider while trying to overtake another vehicle. Fortunately, no one was injured. At the time of the incident, his blood alcohol concentration was at a level that would result in the cancellation of his driver's license (0.08% or higher).

January last year, Nam Taehyun was sentenced to one year in prison with a two-year suspended sentence for violating the Narcotics Control Act. He had been charged for using 0.5g of methamphetamine (Philopon), which he and Seo Minjae (32), allegedly purchased via Telegram and mixed with alcohol in 2022. At the time, police began investigating after Seo Minjae revealed on her social media that she had used drugs with Nam Taehyun. Even while under investigation for the drug charges in March 2023, Nam Taehyun received a summary fine of 6 M KRW for a separate drunk driving incident.

Considering that this new incident occurred during his probation period, the police applied for an arrest warrant on May 2. However, the court rejected the warrant on the 7th, stating, "There was no risk of evidence being destroyed." A police official stated, "After further investigation, we plan to refer Nam Taehyun to the prosecution without detention."

Nam Taehyun was scheduled to have his comeback performance at a music festival held at a small theater in Hongdae on May 6. However, following the incident, he abruptly canceled the performance on May 4. At the time, it was reported that he canceled the performance due to feeling pressured by the strong public criticism regarding his return. In March, he had posted on his social media, saying, "I spend each day reflecting and repenting sincerely. I want to repay those who waited for me not with more controversy, but with music that brings comfort." Currently, that post has been deleted. He is currently scheduled to release an album on May 9.

Before his sentencing in the drug use case in October 2023, Nam Taehyun also made headlines in October 2023 when he appeared as a witness at a National Assembly Health and Welfare Committee, where he spoke about his drug rehabilitation experience.

theqoo

-I don't think I've seen a single male idols who turn out to be normal after leaving their group.

-What the hell is wrong with him...?

-People… don’t change easily.

-I was rooting for him because it seemed like he was trying to live a better life through rehab... Oh God.

-Didn’t he say he wanted to live properly…?

-I thought he had come to his senses, but as expected...

-How far is he going to fall, seriously?

-I just hope to never see his face ever again.

-I'm not even surprised.

-I want to slap myself for recently saying that he had come to his senses and was becoming a better person.

-Oh Gosh... Does he still have fans?

-Seems like drunk driving is a habit to him. He got caught in 2023 and again last month.

-Again?

-He’s really just living recklessly.

-He’s already hit rock bottom as a human being.

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Singer Nam Taehyun has been charged for driving under the influence ... His driver's license has been revoked

 

Nam Taehyun has been charged for driving under the influence on the morning of March 8th at around 3:20 AM in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. 

At the time, Nam Taehyun was opening the door of his parked car while waiting for a designated driver and his car door collided with a taxi that was passing by. The right side mirror of the taxi was damaged, but it was reported that an agreement was reached with the taxi driver. However, it was revealed that Nam Taehyun moved the vehicle after the accident.

According to the police's alcohol test results, Nam Taehyun's blood alcohol concentration was 0.114% at the time, which exceeded the level for license revocation, which is 0.008%.

According to the CCTV footage, Nam Taehyun moved his car to another parking space.

Meanwhile, Nam Taehyun is also under investigation for violation of drug control laws.

theqoo

-Please do not even think about touching the steering wheels if you're drunkㅋㅋㅋ Why did he move his car to another parking space?? 

-It is wrong to drive under the influence, whether you only move your car for 1m or 1km... What's wrong with the people who defend him?

-I think he deserved the charges. His judgment was so impaired that he couldn't even see the taxi passing by when he opened his car door. And yet, he still decided to move his vehicle. Accidents happen unexpectedly.

-If you drink, you shouldn't even touch the steering wheel. That only increases your potential to become a murderer. Which part of this can't you understand?

-Isn't this his second time being charged for drinking under the influence?

-Why am I not surprised?

-Oh Gosh... Why did I like him back then?

-He should've just waited quietly... Why did he even attempt to drive his car?ㅋㅋㅋ

-There are people who defend him for this??

-I know the whole situation is complicated. But it is true that he drove under the influence.

-I guess he still hasn't changed at all...

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'Heart Signal' Seo Minjae's Instagram update

 

Hello, this is Seo Minjae.
I'm writing this post to explain the incident that happened yesterday.
First of all, there was a fight between me and my boyfriend because of some misunderstandings. At that time, I consumed my psychiatric meds way more than the appropriate amount because I was stressed. I lost my consciousness and even until this second, I still can't clearly remember what happened.
I also posted things that were not true. Because of my mistake, I was hurt and now I'm admitted to a hospital.
I posted this late because I had to get some treatments.
And we also have reconciled.
I apologize for causing harm to a lot of people.

theqoo

-Is she getting beaten up...? Oh Gosh...

-What is the truth?

-Reconcile...? I don't think that's the problem right here...

-Am I the only one who doesn't know that they were dating?

-But still, I think she also needs to be investigated...

-I'm sure the two of them will be investigated for drugs use. I just hope people around her start to pay more attention to her.

-Am I the only one who doesn't understand the whole situation?

-It seems to me that they did drugs together and somehow got into a fight...

-She's still going to continue dating him after all that happened?

-Hul..? I think I just saw an article of Nam Taehyun getting investigated. I'm sure we'll get to see the results soon.

-Shouldn't the two of them be investigated for drugs use

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Nam Taehyun recently updated Instagram story

 

Hello, this is Nam Taehyun.
I would like to apologize to everyone who was shocked because of what happened yesterday.
Sometimes, there may be fights between a couple. However, we have reconciled.
I sincerely would like to apologize for causing harm to a lot of people because of my personal problem.

theqoo

-Well, now we all know that their relationship is very toxic...

-Couldn't he at least clarify whether he still does drugs or not...? He didn't explain that in that post.

-Which couple calls each other 'Druggies' on Instagram when they fight...??

-The two of them will be investigated for drugs use, right??

-I don't really care if they're dating or not. I just hope the two of them are getting investigated and the result to be revealed as soon as possible...

-They're dating...??ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-It seems like he really doesn't suit to be an idol. The fact that he endured being a trainee itself is amazing for me.

-I think he missed out the most important thing here...

-Is it true that he hits Seo Minjae?

-Wow, that's shocking...

-I'm really grateful he left Winner...

-Do couples usually do drugs together? I hope you get investigated for drugs use~~

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Post about Nam Taehyun that 'Heart Signal' Seo Minjae uploaded and then removed from her Instagram

 

'Nam Taehyun does Philopon. The syringes are either in my room or in the cabinet in my office. And he also hits me'

...?? 
It is said that the two of them run a cafe together

theqoo

-I think the police have to start to look into this situation...?

-I think she's in a danger. How do we report this?

-I think she's asking for help. I just checked her account and she keeps posting things.

-I don't think her account is hacked. The police should go and check whether she's safe or not.

-I feel like she types that using Siri... What in the world is happening?

-Hul... She's using Siri to write that?

-I'm sure people around her have reported this;; Stop worrying about her...

-Seems like they did drugs together...?

-I don't think she's being hacked. She's either drunk or high. 

-I don't care if she's hacked or not. I think the police need to start investigating.

-I don't know anything but it seems like she's in a danger...

-It looks like she's in a danger. I think she's asking for help.

-Is that the Nam Taehyun I know?

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The closeness between Sulli and Nam Taehyun

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-Now that I've realized it.. They were born on the same year!

-Whoa..

-Hul..!!

-Oh.. They were hanging out together..

-Hul.. I didn't see this coming..

-I misread Nam Taehyun as Cha Taehyun.....

-Oh.. Really..?

-I heard they knew each other through a photographer..

-Both of them left their groups.. Right..?

-Isn't that just an edited picture..

-That's really unexpected..

-That's.. fascinating..

-I thought that was an edited picture..

-I love both of them..<3

-Whoa.. I have never expected them to be friends.. Anyway, he smokes..ㅠㅠ

-Ah.. Taehyun is really handsome..ㅠㅠ

-Is he close with Sulli..?

-Is that a cigarette in Taehyun's hand..?

-I see..

-Why.. do I somehow feel.. strange..?ㅎㅎ

-Taehyun, I miss you..

-This is the most surprising news I've seen in my entire life as Taehyun's fangirl..

-Taehyun-ah.. Don't smoke, your throat will rot if you do..

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Nam Taehyun is currently active being a DJ after leaving Winner

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-Whoa..

-Hmm..

-Oh..ㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-Whoa.. He looks cool..

-I miss himㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-I still can't believe that he left Winner..ㅠㅠ

-Taehyun-ah, I miss you..ㅠㅠ

-It's a relief that he's doing fineㅠㅠ

-Hul.. When did he leave Winner?

-He left Winner???

-Why did he leave Winner?

-Taehyun-ah.. It's really nice to know that you're doing just fine now..

-My baby.. As expected, his 5:5 hair is the best..

-He looks healthy and doing fine.. It's a relief..

-But still, I'm happy because he looks healthy..

-Hul.. When I first saw this picture, I thought these was some still cuts from a drama he's currently filming.. I can't believe he left Winner..

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Fans who touch idols' faces during fansign

Nam Taehyun's eyebrows

JHope's dimple

I've seen fans who touch the idols' hair or hands, but it's my first time seeing them touching their eyebrows and dimples, it's so fascinatingㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

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-Wheein also lets her fans touch her dimple..

-I want to touch Hope's dimple too..

-The gesture of the fan who touch Hope's dimple is so elegantㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-I want to touch Hope's nose..ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-Is it okay to touch their faces..?

-Namtaeㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-This reminds me of a fan who squished Yoojung's cheeks, the netizens were so sensitive about it..

-I feel so sorry towards that fan who squished Yoojung's cheeks..

-Hoseok's dimples are very precious..

-Taehyun-ah, I love you.. I can't stop thinking about you..

-Hoseok's expression is so cuteㅠㅠㅠ

-First of all, I really want to go to a fansign..

-I once went to a fansign and I couldn't think of anything when I faced them.. I just cried as soon as I saw them.. I couldn't even say anything..

-Hope is so freaking handsomeㅜㅜ

-I want to touch the mole that Daehyun has under one of his eyes..ㅋㅋㅋㅋ I think I will poke his eyes accidentally because my hand will tremble so hard..

-Nam Taehyun has a really pretty smile..

-I heard someone touched Seventeen Woozi's mole..

-Namtae really loves his fans..

-It's okay.. I've held Jonghyun's hands before.. I'm not asking for more.. His hands were really warm..ㅠㅠㅠ

-Hul.. Eyebrows..

-I want to touch the tips of Jisoo's eyes.. I want to touch Seokmin's nose..

-Kyungsoo's lips..

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