Dispatch Accuses Mino WINNER of Skipping Military Duty, YG Entertainment Provides Clarification

Kapanlagi.com - Song Mino, a member of the boy group WINNER, is currently the center of attention. This began with a report from Dispatch stating that Song Mino did not fulfill his mandatory military duties properly as a public officer. Dispatch even claimed to have conducted a direct investigation and presented their shocking findings.

The report has sparked various speculations and debates among the public, especially K-pop fans. The issue has heated up as some parties question the fairness regarding Song Mino's status as a celebrity. In response, YG Entertainment provided clarification to defuse the situation.

How did the chronology of this incident unfold? Here is a complete explanation from the beginning to the official clarification from the agency.

1. Initial Dispatch Report on Song Mino

Dispatch Accuses Mino WINNER of Skipping Military Duty, YG Entertainment Provides Clarification. (instagram/realllllmino)

Dispatch began its investigation by visiting the Mapo Community Service Facility, where Song Mino is serving his military duty. The media claimed to have never seen Song Mino present despite monitoring for several days. This information was obtained from two anonymous sources who revealed irregularities, including Song Mino's appearance which had become a public focus.

2. Allegations of Song Mino's Absence Since March 2024

Dispatch Accuses Mino WINNER of Skipping Military Duty, YG Entertainment Provides Clarification. (instagram/realllllmino)

Song Mino was reported to have been transferred to the Mapo Community Service Facility in March 2024 by a manager named L. Dispatch alleged that since his transfer, Song Mino has not been consistently working. It was mentioned that he sometimes only comes to sign in, smoke, and then go home.

3. Vacation to Hawaii and Leave Permission

Dispatch Accuses Mino WINNER of Skipping Military Duty, YG Entertainment Provides Clarification. (instagram/realllllmino)

On October 30, 2024, Dispatch reported that Song Mino had vacationed in Hawaii for several days. Although he received official permission, his absence upon returning to Korea raised further questions. Manager L stated that the vacation had been approved according to procedure.

4. Further Investigation by Dispatch

Dispatch Accuses Mino WINNER of Skipping Military Duty, YG Entertainment Provides Clarification. (instagram/realllllmino)

During December 2024, Dispatch visited Song Mino's workplace up to ten times. However, they never saw Song Mino present. When requesting CCTV footage as evidence, Manager L refused on the grounds of privacy. Song Mino's unclear whereabouts made Dispatch increasingly suspicious of the legitimacy of his work.

5. Reasons for Illness and Panic Attacks

Dispatch Accuses Mino WINNER of Skipping Military Duty, YG Entertainment Provides Clarification. (instagram/realllllmino)

On December 9, 2024, Manager L explained that Song Mino was ill and experiencing panic attacks, which led to his hospitalization. He provided a diagnosis as evidence. Song Mino's health condition was claimed to be the main reason for his absence.

6. YG Entertainment's Clarification

Dispatch Accuses Mino WINNER of Skipping Military Duty, YG Entertainment Provides Clarification. (instagram/realllllmino)

YG Entertainment finally issued an official statement regarding Dispatch's report. The agency stated that Song Mino's sick leave is a continuation of the medical treatment he has been receiving since before his military service. The agency also emphasized that all leaves, including vacations, were taken in accordance with the applicable regulations.

"It is difficult to confirm the details of the artist’s military service. However, the reason for sick leave is an extension of the treatment he was receiving before enlisting. All other vacations were used according to the regulations."

7. Why is Song Mino serving in the military as a public officer?

Song Mino is serving as a public officer because he is known to suffer from panic disorder, which prevents him from undergoing active military duty.

8. What are the next steps regarding the Dispatch report?

The public is still waiting for additional clarification from the authorities regarding the validity of the report and Song Mino's compliance with his military obligations.

That’s the latest news about Mino WINNER who is accused of skipping military duty, and the clarification from YG Entertainment. Stay tuned for more celebrity news. If not now, when?

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