Difficulties in Proving Drug Use Allegations Against G-Dragon and Lee Sun-kyun: Police Investigation Under Scrutiny

Accident – Death – Obituary News : The Incheon Police Narcotics Crime Investigation Division has encountered obstacles in substantiating the drug use allegations against prominent South Korean stars G-Dragon and Lee Sun-kyun. Both artists have undergone rigorous investigations as suspects under the drug control law, drawing significant public attention and sparking criticism even before the allegations have been proven.

However, both G-Dragon and Lee Sun-kyun have received negative results in both detailed and preliminary drug tests, leading to divided public opinions. Some argue that the police investigation may have produced questionable outcomes, raising doubts about the credibility of the evidence presented.

In the case of G-Dragon, the situation has become increasingly complicated as the police have only obtained statements from an informant and the manager of an entertainment establishment, identified as a 29-year-old woman named A. Despite vehemently denying the allegations since they first emerged, G-Dragon, after completing his initial police questioning on November 6th, dismissed the existence of any evidence presented by the police during an encounter with reporters, stating, “Do you think there is evidence the police presented? No, there isn’t.”

Moreover, G-Dragon’s demeanor during the investigation, marked by jokes and actions, has raised concerns that the police might have rushed into the inquiry without clear evidence, only to be ridiculed by the suspect. On November 10th, G-Dragon directly refuted the police’s claim that he shaved his body hair to destroy evidence, unequivocally stating, “The police’s claim that I shaved my entire body to hide the allegations is clearly false.”

To ascertain the validity of the allegations, the police’s ability to provide concrete evidence will be crucial in determining the course of further investigations involving both Lee Sun-kyun and G-Dragon. The detailed forensic results from the National Forensic Service for both artists will serve as a pivotal factor.

In the initial police investigation, G-Dragon provided hair and nail samples, which were subsequently sent to the National Forensic Service for thorough analysis on November 7th. If G-Dragon, like Lee Sun-kyun, receives a negative result from the National Forensic Service, proving the allegations may become increasingly challenging. The police plan to strengthen the investigation based on the results from the National Forensic Service before summoning G-Dragon for further questioning.

There is a high possibility that the police will make efforts to obtain G-Dragon’s phone records in order to secure evidence of potential calls related to the allegations. Previous reports have indicated that the police acquired various evidence through digital forensics on Lee Sun-kyun’s phone. However, in G-Dragon’s case, the police’s request for a warrant to examine his communication records was already rejected once by the court, citing a lack of clear evidence supporting the criminal allegations.

In the case of Lee Sun-kyun, who has shown no presence of drug-related substances in both preliminary and detailed tests, the police have obtained his leg hair for further examination by the National Forensic Service. It is widely known that drug substances tend to linger in leg hair for a longer period compared to regular hair.

During police questioning, Lee Sun-kyun admitted to the fact of drug ingestion but claimed ignorance regarding the exact nature of the substances provided by the manager of the entertainment establishment. If it can be established that there was no intentional drug use, prosecuting Lee Sun-kyun would be challenging, as acts committed without intent are not punishable under the law.

Within the legal community, there is widespread agreement that the police should prioritize the acquisition of objective evidence. Prosecution and the maintenance of charges solely based on circumstantial evidence pose significant challenges.

One legal expert shed light on the background of G-Dragon’s criminal investigation, revealing that it primarily relies on statements from the entertainment establishment’s manager. At present, the evidence appears insufficient for the police to proceed with prosecution. If the drug test results continue to be negative, and there is no evidence beyond the statements of the parties involved, prosecuting G-Dragon will prove to be an arduous task.

Another legal expert emphasized the importance of gathering additional evidence, highlighting the possibility that statements made during the investigation might be refuted during subsequent prosecution and trial proceedings. Presenting the positive results from the National Forensic Service as substantial evidence, along with securing other evidence such as the timing and frequency of drug use through digital forensics, will be crucial in building a strong case.

In conclusion, the police are facing difficulties in substantiating the drug use allegations against G-Dragon and Lee Sun-kyun. The negative results from both artists’ drug tests have created a division among the public, with some questioning the credibility of the investigation. The forthcoming detailed forensic results from the National Forensic Service will play a pivotal role in determining the direction of the investigations. The police will likely focus on securing additional evidence, such as phone records, to strengthen their case. However, the lack of clear evidence and the possibility of reversing statements made during the investigation pose significant challenges for prosecution..