'Brain hemorrhage' comedian Lee Jin-ho indicted without detention on charges of illegal gambling and drunk driving [Star Issue]

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It was revealed late that comedian Lee Jin-ho has been brought to trial on charges of illegal gambling and drunk driving.

The Yeju Branch of the Suwon District Prosecutors' Service indicted Lee Jin-ho without detention on May 29 on charges including habitual gambling and violation of the Road Traffic Act (drunk driving).

According to the Prosecutors' Service, Lee Jin-ho is suspected of drunk driving approximately 100 kilometers from Incheon to Yangpyeong in the early hours of September 24, 2025.

At the time, Lee's blood alcohol concentration was measured at 0.11%, a level warranting license revocation. Lee later requested a blood draw, and the blood alcohol concentration analyzed by the National Forensic Service was 0.12%.

Lee Jin-ho also faces charges of gambling multiple times using illegal online gambling sites and others. Previously, police received a complaint via the National Citizen Complaint Center requesting an investigation into Lee's gambling fraud allegations, launched an investigation, and transferred the case to the Prosecutors' Service.

Lee Jin-ho recently collapsed due to a brain hemorrhage and was treated in an intensive care unit. In April, Lee suddenly suffered a brain hemorrhage and was rushed to a hospital. It is reported that the 119th ambulance was dispatched following a report by singer Kang In-jae, who was on the phone with Lee at the time. Given the critical condition, only close family members such as parents and siblings, and very close acquaintances were allowed to visit. Close comedian Lee Yong-jin also heard the news and immediately visited the hospital.

Lee Jin-ho later regained consciousness and was transferred from the intensive care unit to a general ward. Medical staff have been closely monitoring his recovery progress.

Subsequently, Lee Jin-ho was hospitalized at a university hospital in Seoul and is focusing on rehabilitation treatment. Although some paralysis symptoms remain, causing difficulties in communication and movement, it is reported that his condition has improved to the point where light conversation and movement are possible.

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