Lee Kyung-kyu (64), a broadcasting personality known as the 'Entertainment Grandfather', has reportedly been caught by the police for driving after taking drugs.
According to MBN on the 9th, the Gangnam Police Station in Seoul has filed charges against Lee Kyung-kyu for violating the Road Traffic Act after he was caught driving under the influence of drugs.
Reports indicate that on the afternoon of the 8th, around 2:05 PM, Lee Kyung-kyu was driving a vehicle identical to his own, heading to his company from an indoor golf practice facility in Gangnam, Seoul.
The owner of the vehicle reported a suspected theft, and the police determined that the parking management staff had mistakenly handed the vehicle over to Lee Kyung-kyu.
During this process, the police conducted a breathalyzer test on Lee Kyung-kyu when he returned to the indoor golf practice facility, but the result was negative. However, it is reported that he tested positive for drugs in a preliminary drug test.
Lee Kyung-kyu has reportedly denied the allegations, stating, "I only took prescribed medication."
Previously, Lee Kyung-kyu revealed on his YouTube channel that he experienced panic attacks while crossing Australia during his appearance on the KBS entertainment program 'Men's Qualification'.
He recalled, "I was running for 10 hours a day, and I couldn't see anything. There was anxiety that came from that. Suddenly, I started crying. I collapsed in the car after crying continuously. I couldn't stand. That's when the pain started. My chest felt tight, and I thought I was going to die."
Lee Kyung-kyu also mentioned that he has been taking related medication for the past 10 years.
Currently, Lee Kyung-kyu is hosting TV Chosun's 'Modern Historical Mystery' and Channel A's 'Find the Secret to Success: Boss Attack', among other programs. Recently, he was appointed as a promotional ambassador for the 120th anniversary of his alma mater, Dongguk University, and has been actively involved in the broadcasting industry.
Lee Kyung-kyu debuted as a comedian in 1981 as part of MBC's first public recruitment and has gained immense popularity with traditional skit comedy. He is known as a leading figure in the entertainment industry, having won the 'Grand Prize' at the 'Entertainment Awards' of the three major terrestrial broadcasters.
[Ji Seung-hoon, Star Today Reporter]
