"From marijuana to methamphetamine use," sentenced to prison... Don Spike declares opening of business after release [Comprehensive]

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Singer Don Spike (real name Kim Min-soo) has embarked on a comeback after overcoming drug-related controversies.

On the 10th, Don Spike shared his recent updates on personal social media, stating, "I took time to reflect on my mistakes made four years ago and look back on my life. It was a precious moment to pledge how I will live out the rest of my life so as not to repeat the same errors."

He then said, "Amidst this, with the help of many kind people, I am preparing for a new beginning at a beautiful seaside location in Gam-po, Gyeongju. I will do my utmost to meet the expectations and support of many without letting anyone down," conveying the news of his new store opening.

The four-year-old mistake Don Spike referred to was the drug issue. In 2022, he was arrested on charges of possessing and using methamphetamine at a hotel located in Seoul Gangnam-gu.

At the time, Don Spike was brought to trial on charges of purchasing approximately 45 million won worth of methamphetamine in nine separate transactions and using it 14 times. He also faced allegations of handing over methamphetamine and ecstasy to others seven times.

Subsequently, Don Spike was sentenced to three years in prison with a five-year probation at the first instance, but the second trial, held after an appeal by the Prosecution Service in June 2023, overturned the original verdict and imposed a two-year prison term. The court also ordered the recovery of over 39 million won and mandated participation in an 80-hour drug addiction and rehabilitation program.

Don Spike appealed the second-instance ruling, but in September 2023, the Supreme Court also upheld the second-instance judgment and finalized the sentence.

Particularly, during the trial process, it was revealed that Don Spike is a third-time offender for drug-related crimes, sparking intense controversy. He was sentenced to fines in 2008 and 2009 for smoking marijuana. In 2010, he was also sentenced to one year in prison with a two-year probation for smoking marijuana.

Ultimately, Don Spike, who was sentenced to a prison term, was released last year after completing his sentence and is now spreading awareness about drug addiction treatment and the dangers of drugs through various educational programs and gatherings.

- The following is the full text of Don Spike's SNS post.

Hello. It has been a while since I last greeted you.

Reflecting on the mistakes I made four years ago,

I had a moment to reflect on my life.

To avoid repeating the same mistake for the rest of my life.

It was a precious time to reaffirm how we should live our lives.

Meanwhile, with the help of kind people, at the beautiful seaside of Gyeongju,

We are preparing for a new beginning in Gam-po.

to not disappoint the many expectations and support we have received

We will do our best to strive even harder.

Thank you.

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