Song Min-ho of WINNER, under indictment for military service violations, was spotted at a VIP movie screening, sparking controversy.
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Song Min-ho of WINNER, indicted for military service law violations, has been spotted in a movie theater, causing controversy. On the 14th, information was posted online that Song Min-ho attended the VIP preview of the movie 'Method Acting' held at the Megabox in COEX, Seoul, the previous day (13th). In the photos, he was hiding his face with a hat and mask. Song Min-ho is known to be a close friend of Lee Dong-wook, the lead actor of 'Method Acting,' and it is believed he personally visited to support him. However, given that he is awaiting trial for military service law violations, some have raised criticism of his inappropriate behavior. Since March 2023, Song Min-ho has been working as a social service worker, but he is suspected of not properly reporting to his workplace, raising concerns of service negligence. He was referred to the prosecution in May last year on suspicion of violating military service laws, and the Western District Prosecutor's Office in Seoul indicted him at home in December last year. During police questioning, he reportedly acknowledged suspicions of leaving his workplace during working hours. The person in charge of his alternative service facility has also been indicted for allegedly aiding in his service negligence. According to reports from South Korean media, the prosecution stated in the indictment that 'Song Min-ho was absent without permission for a total of 102 days while working as a social service worker at the Mapo District facility management corporation and resident benefit facility, and left service without justifiable reasons.' The initial trial was scheduled for the 24th of this month at the Western District Court in Seoul, but Song Min-ho applied for a postponement through his legal representative, which the court accepted, changing the date to April 21.
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