G-Dragon Cleared of Drug Possession Allegations: All Tests Conducted by South Korean Police Return Negative Results
Following a series of investigations into drug possession allegations, K-pop sensation G-Dragon has had two rounds of tests conducted by South Korean police. According to the National Institute of Scientific Investigations, both hair and nail checks have come back negative for the Big Bang member who has been under investigation since July 6th.
21 November 2023
The case began when the Incheon Police Agency's Drug Crime Investigation Division tested G-Dragon during their initial inquiry into his suspected involvement in drug possession. The police conducted a simple reagent test, and all results were found to be negative. This was followed by an extensive inspection of his fingers and toes, which also came back empty.
The same pattern has been observed with the nail check conducted on July 21st, which was carried out by the National Institute of Scientific Investigations. The test revealed no traces of drug residue in G-Dragon's nails, further solidifying his innocence according to the police.
Reactions from Weibo netizens have been mixed and heated. While some fans have expressed relief at the news and voiced their support for G-Dragon, others have been critical of the Korean authorities and their handling of the case.
"All tests were negative × Precision tests were all negative × The dust has settled. G-Dragon is an innocent victim," one user wrote. However, other users felt that the repeated testing was a form of harassment. "There's endless checking! These all have authority, yet don't believe it!" said another poster.
Others questioned why the South Korean police did not disclose the negative results earlier. "Why do they constantly hold back GDragon?" an angry fan questioned.
Despite the controversy surrounding the investigations and allegations, many fans were quick to defend G-Dragon's reputation as one of K-pop's most iconic figures. "Idol is good as long as he doesn't collapse, and I hope he stays like this forever and becomes a legend," one user expressed.
In recent months, there have been calls for the South Korean authorities to clear G-Dragon's name, with some critics accusing them of shifting the blame and holding him back unfairly. The scandal has drawn attention to issues of corruption within the Korean police force and highlighted the challenges faced by K-pop stars in navigating their careers while dealing with intense media scrutiny and public pressure.
For now, G-Dragon's future plans remain uncertain. Despite his innocence being established through multiple negative tests, rumors of drug involvement have persisted, casting a shadow over his career and reputation. The ongoing debate surrounding the case has sparked discussions about the role of police authority and media coverage in such investigations, as fans anxiously await news of G-Dragon's comeback to the stage.