After propofol and marijuana, Yooh Ah-in tests positive for 2 more illegal drugs
After testing positive for the illegal use of marijuana and propofol, Korean star Yooh Ah-in was confirmed once again to be using two more illegal drugs: cocaine and ketamine.
The police report, obtained by South Korean broadcast network TV Chosun, reflects that the 37-year-old actor tested positive for cocaine and ketamine after undergoing a urine test and hair test administered by South Korean National Forensic Service on Feb. 5.
Five days later, on Feb. 10, the police reported that the actor's urine sample tested positive for marijuana. His hair sample, meanwhile, was reported to have tested positive for propofol and another undisclosed drug on Feb. 24.
The multi-awarded actor began undergoing investigations following a report from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency about his alleged purchase and use of propofol for non-medical purposes since 2021.
Such use of the sleep-inducing drug intended for surgeries violates the country's Narcotics Control Act. It is punishable by up to 10 years in prison or a fine of up to ₩100million (P4.2 million).
According to the data from South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety and obtained by The Korea Herald, Yooh Ah-in was administered propofol 73 times in 2021 alone.
The report came after the police searched clinics and hospitals around Gangnam and Yongsan districts, which were suspected to be providing propofol to the multi-awarded actor.
He is banned from leaving the country while the investigation is still ongoing.
In the last three years prior to the investigation, Yooh Ah-in starred in films and shows Seoul Vibe, Hellbound, Voice of Silence, and #Alive.