Amid claims that Winner's Song Min-ho was exempted from his public service duties due to social phobia, a report has emerged that he was seen socializing with people in Gangwon Province last year.
On the 27th, Dispatch released several photos claiming that Song Min-ho traveled around Goseong and Yangyang in Gangwon Province last year, enjoying camping and parties.
In the photos, Song Min-ho was attending a DJ party in Goseong, Gangwon Province, mingling with people. He had long hair and was wearing shorts, with his top off. Tattoos such as "correct posture" and "clear mind" were visible on his back.
A party attendee testified to the media that Song Min-ho drank alcohol and smoked while enjoying the party. This behavior is expected to cause a stir as it contrasts with the reasons provided for his sick leave, which included social phobia, panic disorder, and bipolar disorder.
Additionally, there was testimony that Song Min-ho is getting in shape with a running crew. A running crew is an association where people gather to run together.
Song Min-ho served as a public service worker at a facility in Mapo-gu, Seoul from March last year until he completed his duties on the 23rd.
However, reports emerged a few days before his discharge alleging that he did not fulfill his duties properly, leading the police to initiate an investigation.
Mapo Police Station registered Song Min-ho as a suspect after receiving a request for investigation from the Military Manpower Administration on the 23rd. They are reviewing the content of the request to determine any violations of the Military Service Act. If it's confirmed that there were issues with his service attitude, he may be required to serve again for the problematic period.
Meanwhile, after allegations of inadequate service emerged, YG Entertainment stated, "It is difficult to confirm detailed information regarding the artist's service," but clarified, "The reasons for his sick leave are an extension of treatment he was receiving before the service, and all other leave was used in accordance with regulations."