Taeil left the group NCT last Wednesday, 28th, due to the police investigation of a crime involving the idol.
After SM Entertainment announced the member’s departure Taeilfrom NCT, due to an accusation of sexual crime, the Bangbae Police Station, a neighborhood in the South Korean city of Seoul, revealed new details about the case that became public last Wednesday, 28th.
As reported by the Soompi portal, the police fined Taeilfollowing a police report filed in June for alleged sexual assault. The outlet also confirms that the complaint came from an adult woman, who has been identified in South Korean media as “A.”
It is worth remembering that the former agency responsible for the career of Taeil as k-pop idol, SM, shared a statement to expose the situation to the group’s fans.
The translation is:
This is SM Entertainment.
We recently learned that Taeil has been charged in a criminal case related to a sexual crime.
Upon evaluating the facts regarding this matter, we recognize the seriousness of the situation and have determined that Taeil can no longer continue his activities with the team (NCT). After discussing with Taeil, we have decided to have him leave the group.
Taeil is currently cooperating fully with the police investigation. We will provide further statements as the investigation progresses.
We deeply apologize for the concern and distress caused to our artist.”
Source: Recreio
