Comedian Lee Jin-ho Caught for Drunk Driving Following Illegal Gambling…Reporter is His Girlfriend | Entertainment News Analysis
Comedian Lee Jin-ho Caught Driving Under the Influence After Gambling Scandal… The Reporter is His Girlfriend 😱
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🎤 Lee Jin-ho, once again in controversy
Guys, what is happening… 😨 Lee Jin-ho, who debuted as a comedian on SBS in 2005 and became loved through shows like ‘Comedy Big League’, is once again embroiled in controversy. Following allegations of illegal gambling, now he has been caught driving under the influence! And the shocking part is that the one who reported him is his girlfriend…
My reaction when I heard the news:
🚔 Incident Details: 100km drunk driving + girlfriend’s report
In the early hours of September 24, after drinking, Lee Jin-ho had an argument with his girlfriend at the level of “It’s over between us!” (Probably said in a drunken state…) And he drove a staggering 100km to his home in Yangpyeong while having a blood alcohol concentration of 0.11% (which is enough to have the license revoked)!
What was that about…
Ultimately, his girlfriend reported him to the police, and the Incheon and Yangpyeong police cooperated to arrest him in Yangpyeong. (Such a dramatic turn of events…) For reference, 100km is the distance from Seoul to Chuncheon, and at this level, he could be penalized for violating the Traffic Act.
💸 Background: 2 billion won debt + gambling allegations
In fact, before this drunk driving incident, Lee Jin-ho was already transferred to the Seoul Central District Prosecutor’s Office for illegal gambling allegations. More shocking is that he is reported to have debts exceeding 2 billion won to loan sharks and fellow entertainers!
My thoughts:
He must have had a substantial income during his popular comedian days… What on earth happened? 😥 (I think I’ve seen similar cases in celebrity gambling cases collection.)
🏢 Agency’s Response and Future Prospects
His agency, SM C&C, stated that “Lee Jin-ho deeply regrets his actions and will sincerely fulfill any legal consequences.” However…
The reality is grim:
Due to consecutive social controversies from illegal gambling and drunk driving, his return to the entertainment industry seems unlikely… Fans must be very disappointed, and one of the most relatable comments by netizens I saw was “Let him reflect in prison.” (Ouch…)
❓ Lee Jin-ho Incident FAQ
Q. Who is Lee Jin-ho?
A. He debuted in 2005 as the 7th comedian selected by SBS, worked on shows like ‘Comedy Big League’, and is currently signed under SM C&C.
Q. What level is blood alcohol concentration of 0.11% when caught driving?
A. This is at a license-revocation level (over 0.08%), typically occurring after consuming 4-5 bottles of beer.
Q. Why did his girlfriend report him?
A. The exact reason has not been disclosed, but the fight during their drinking session likely played a critical role.
Q. What does the future hold?
A. With gambling allegations and serious crime of drunk driving overlapping, a return to the entertainment industry seems extremely difficult.
✍️ In Conclusion
Watching this incident unfold was truly unfortunate… 😔 Since entertainers are professionals who earn public expectations and trust, they should demonstrate a more responsible attitude. I hope Lee Jin-ho truly reflects and can start anew. (Of course, legal punishment is essential!)
What do you all think?
Drive safely today, and if you see anyone attempting to drive under the influence, please stop them! (There’s no need to go as far as reporting them like the girlfriend…)
