Controversy Spreads Over Release of Photo of Seungri at a Drinking Party, Presumed to Be on the Day He Was Sued for Special Assault

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Amidst the lawsuit filed against Seungri, a former member of the group BIGBANG, for special assault, a photo believed to have been taken on the day of the incident at a drinking gathering has been released on online communities, causing a stir. The photo shows Seungri enjoying drinks with acquaintances, leading to an ongoing dispute over the truth.This incident came to light when a man in his 30s, identified as A, filed a complaint against Seungri with the Gangnam Police Station on August 26, accusing him of special assault. Mr. A claims he was assaulted by Seungri at a restaurant in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.In response, Seungris side countered that he merely held a liquor bottle while refusing Mr. As request to join them at the time, and did not threaten or swing it. Furthermore, Seungris side completely denied the allegations, claiming that they subsequently conversed naturally and even exchanged contact information, and that Mr. A even sent the first text message mentioning business plans.Seungri was previously identified as a key figure in the Burning Sun Gate scandal, served one year and six months in prison, and was released in February 2023 upon completion of his sentence. As news of the recent lawsuit regarding special assault charges has become known, past incidents are once again drawing attention.

Amidst the lawsuit filed against Seungri, a former member of the group BIGBANG, for special assault, a photo believed to have been taken on the day of the incident at a drinking gathering has been released on online communities, causing a stir. The photo shows Seungri enjoying drinks with acquaintances, leading to an ongoing dispute over the truth.

This incident came to light when a man in his 30s, identified as "A," filed a complaint against Seungri with the Gangnam Police Station on August 26, accusing him of special assault. Mr. A claims he was assaulted by Seungri at a restaurant in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

In response, Seungri's side countered that he merely held a liquor bottle while refusing Mr. A's request to join them at the time, and did not threaten or swing it. Furthermore, Seungri's side completely denied the allegations, claiming that they subsequently conversed naturally and even exchanged contact information, and that Mr. A even sent the first text message mentioning business plans.

Seungri was previously identified as a key figure in the "Burning Sun Gate" scandal, served one year and six months in prison, and was released in February 2023 upon completion of his sentence. As news of the recent lawsuit regarding special assault charges has become known, past incidents are once again drawing attention.

Seungri Faces New Assault Allegations

Former BIGBANG member Seungri is currently under investigation following a formal complaint filed by a man in his 30s alleging special assault. While the accuser claims he was assaulted at a Gangnam restaurant, Seungri has denied the allegations, stating that he was merely refusing an unwanted request to join the accuser's table.

Legal History and Industry Departure

Seungri retired from the entertainment industry in 2019 following his involvement in the 'Burning Sun' scandal. He previously served a 18-month prison sentence for nine charges, including habitual gambling and the arrangement of prostitution, before his release in February 2023.