Lee Kyung-kyu’s side: “Reflecting on drug-induced driving…Will be cautious” [Full text]

TV Jun 26, 2025

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Comedian Lee Kyung-kyu’s agency has revealed its position regarding his recent police investigation into charges of drunk driving while on drugs.

On the afternoon of the 26th, Lee Kyung-kyu’s agency, ADG Company, announced through their official SNS, “Lee Kyung-kyu faithfully participated in the police investigation and gave truthful statements about his health condition and driving circumstances at the time.”

He also explained, “I deeply regret causing concern due to my own carelessness, and I take it very seriously that I should not drive when I am in poor health, regardless of whether I am taking prescription medication.”

The agency added, “On the day of the accident, Lee Kyung-kyu was taking his usual panic disorder medication and cold medicine and was on his way to the hospital for treatment, but we acknowledge that it was an issue that required more caution.”

Lastly, the agency said, “Lee Kyung-kyu is deeply reflecting on his actions and will be more careful about driving after taking medication to ensure that something like this never happens again,” and “We promise to continue to be more careful and responsible in the future.”

Meanwhile, on the 9th, the Gangnam Police Station in Seoul arrested Lee Kyung-kyu without detention on charges of violating the Road Traffic Act.

● Below is the full statement from Lee Kyung-kyu’s agency


Hello, this is ADG Company, Lee Kyung-kyu’s agency.
Regarding recent media reports, many people, including fans,
We once again deeply apologize for any inconvenience caused to you.
I’ll give you one.

Mr.Lee Kyung-gyu faithfully participated in the police investigation and gave a truthful statement about his health condition and driving circumstances at the time.He also deeply regrets having caused concern due to his own carelessness, and he has taken seriously the fact that he should not drive when he is in poor health, regardless of whether he is taking prescription medication.

Mr.Lee Kyung-kyu admitted that the accident occurred on the day of the accident while he was taking his usual panic disorder medication and cold medicine and was on his way to the hospital for treatment, but it was an issue that required more caution.

Mr.Lee Kyung-kyu is also deeply reflecting on his actions and is determined to be more careful when driving after taking medication to ensure that something like this never happens again.

I will continue to be more careful and responsible in the future.
I promise you.

thank you
ADG Company Dream

Reporter Yoonna Choi com Donga.com yyynnn@donga

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