Yoo Ah-in

2023 - 3 - 2

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K-netizens are shocked and disappointed after Yoo Ah In tests ... (allkpop)

Korean netizens are shocked and disappointed as Yoo Ah In tested positive for cocaine and ketamine on top of propofol and …

"At first, I felt bad thinking he must have had a hard time sleeping that's why he did it (propofol) but cocaine is crossing the line," "He was a drug addict," "Wow, he did all sorts of drugs," "How did his agency not know his condition until it became this bad?" His complexion was looking bad and his breathing was off...It would have been so sad if he ODed," "This is so disappointing, he was one of my favorite actors," "When did he start?? Additionally, Yoo Ah In the latest works, such as 'Hellbound' received much global attention and brought much anticipation for his upcoming works scheduled to be released this year. If he wasn't found this time around, he could have made the headlines 'found dead'," "I think it's a relief he was found. [commented](https://n.news.naver.com/article/comment/009/0005095545), "He really hit ground bottom...he was a total druggie," "He should be thankful that he didn't die. The actor has been embroiled in an investigation for the habitual use of propofol.

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Yoo Ah In Tests Positive For Cocaine And Ketamine (soompi)

Yoo Ah In has been reported to have tested positive for both cocaine and ketamine. On March 1, TV Chosun's “News 9” reported that in addition to testing ...

As part of the investigation, Yoo Ah In underwent both a urine test and hair test on February 5, and his urine sample tested positive for marijuana, which is illegal for recreational use in South Korea. [investigating](https://www.soompi.com/article/1565933wpp/yoo-ah-ins-agency-briefly-addresses-actors-recent-investigation-for-propofol-use) Yoo Ah In for the illegal use of propofol, and in addition to questioning the actor, they performed a search and seizure of various doctor’s offices and clinics in Seoul that were suspected of having illegally administered the drug to Yoo Ah In since 2021. [marijuana](https://www.soompi.com/article/1566325wpp/yoo-ah-in-tests-positive-for-marijuana) and [propofol](https://www.soompi.com/article/1568564wpp/yoo-ah-in-tests-positive-for-propofol), a sample of the actor’s hair had also tested positive for cocaine and ketamine.

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Yoo Ah In tests positive for weed, propofol, ketamine, and cocaine ... (Asian Junkie)

Actor Yoo Ah In has been under investigation by authorities since the beginning of February over alleged propofol use. Since then, he has reportedly tested ...

It’s hard to diagnose anybody from the drug use pattern, but there’s basically a bunch of anesthetics/therapeutics … However, with all of the recent updates on the “severity” of the situation, needless to say especially by Korea’s standards, this is gonna get bad for him and his career is now at risk. [investigation](https://www.soompi.com/article/1565933wpp/yoo-ah-ins-agency-briefly-addresses-actors-recent-investigation-for-propofol-use) by authorities since the beginning of February over alleged propofol use.

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Report: Korean actor Yoo Ah-in tests positive for cocaine, ketamine (Manila Bulletin)

Korean actor Yoo Ah-in's drug use allegations continued to pile up with two more substances found in his hair and urine samples collected by authorities.

He later tested positive for propofol. Korean media reported that he tested positive for cannabis in a urine test. He was summoned by the police on Feb.

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Actor Yoo Ah-in tests positive for cocaine and ketamine (Korea JoongAng Daily)

The police enforced a seizure and search warrant on the actor on Feb. 5 at Incheon International Airport and conducted a rapid urine test. They then asked the ...

The NFS previously disclosed that Yoo tested positive for propofol and marijuana. Actor Yoo Ah-in tested positive for cocaine and ketamine, according to police on Wednesday. Actor Yoo Ah-in tests positive for cocaine and ketamine

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Yoo Ah-in also tests positive for cocaine, ketamine — reports (INQUIRER.net)

South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in's alleged drug charges continue to pile up as he reportedly tested positive for cocaine and ketamine on Wednesday, March 1.

Since 2011, the latter drug, used as a sedative for anesthesia, has been noted as a psychotropic drug under [South Korea’s Narcotics Control Act](https://entertainment.inquirer.net/485160/sungkyunkwan-scandal-star-yoo-ah-in-under-probe-for-alleged-habitual-use-of-propofol). [Korean actor Yoo Ah-in tests positive for marijuana use](https://entertainment.inquirer.net/485514/korean-actor-yoo-ah-in-tests-positive-for-marijuana-use) [Yoo Ah-in’s new films likely to be postponed due to propofol controversy](https://entertainment.inquirer.net/485248/yoo-ah-ins-new-films-likely-to-be-postponed-due-to-propofol-controversy) [propofol](https://entertainment.inquirer.net/485248/yoo-ah-ins-new-films-likely-to-be-postponed-due-to-propofol-controversy).

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K-drama actor Yoo Ah-in tests positive for cocaine and ketamine ... (CNA)

The South Korean actor, who appears in the Netflix show Hellbound, was under police investigation since early February.

In the Netflix show Hellbound, which has been renewed for a second season, he plays a cult leader. Yoo is known for his performances in movies and TV series such as Punch, Secret Affair, Six Flying Dragons, among many others. Police have been investigating the 36-year-old actor for his alleged illegal use of propofol since last month.

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Korean actor Yoo Ah-in tests positive for cocaine, ketamine (Rappler)

The 'Hellbound' star has also tested positive for other illegal substances like marijuana and propofol.

To confirm the allegations, the authorities conducted search and seizure operations in doctor’s clinics and offices in Seoul that were suspected of illegally administering the drug to Ah-in since 2021. He also starred in the drama series Burning, which earned him international acclaim and a slot in The New York Times’ “The Best Actors of 2018” feature. Korean authorities investigated the 36-year-old actor’s drug use following his return to Korea from the United States in early February, after being suspected of illegally taking anesthetic medication propofol.

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Yoo Ah In dropped from Netflix's 'Hellbound' season 2, actor Kim ... (allkpop)

Actor Yoo Ah In, currently under investigation for habitual use of substances including propofol, marijuana, cocaine, and ketamine…

Familiar faces from season 1 including Kim Hyun Joo, Kim Shin Rok, Lee Dong Hee, and more are also set to return for season 2. Kim Sung Cheol, known for 'Our Beloved Summer', 'Vincenzo', 'The Night Owl', and more. The hit Netflix-original series, based off of webtoon of the same name, tells the story of religious sects which rise and compete for power after "unearthly beings" suddenly appear all over the country, condemning individuals to hell for their sinfulness.

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Yoo Ah-in dropped from second season of Netflix's 'Hellbound' (Korea JoongAng Daily)

Actor Yoo Ah-in will be pulled from the second season of “Hellbound,” a Netflix original, the streaming service announced Thursday. Yoo will be replaced by ...

They then asked the National Forensic Service for a detailed analysis of Yoo’s hair and urine samples after the rapid test was positive for tetrahydrocannabinol, the principal constituent of marijuana. The first season of the series starred Yoo, actors Kim Hyun-joo and Park Jeong-min. Actor Yoo Ah-in will be pulled from the second season of “Hellbound,” a Netflix original, the streaming service announced Thursday.

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Actor Yoo Ah-in additionally tests positive for cocaine, ketamine (Korea Times)

Actor Yoo Ah-in has additionally tested positive for cocaine and ketamine in a drug test that previously showed him positive for propofol and marijuana, ...

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Kim Sung Chul To Play Jung Jin Su Role In “Hellbound 2” + Kim ... (soompi)

Kim Sung Chul is confirmed to star in Netflix's “Hellbound 2”! On February 2, Netflix revealed the cast lineup for “Hellbound 2.” Kim Sung Chul will play ...

[Kim Shin Rok](https://www.viki.com/celebrities/25090pr-kim-shin-rok?q=kim%20shin%20rok&qId=6ac5ca865f35c9c7f4103f09a35515ca)) and Jung Jin Su who were subjected to public demonstration in Season 1. [investigating](https://www.soompi.com/article/1565933wpp/yoo-ah-ins-agency-briefly-addresses-actors-recent-investigation-for-propofol-use) Yoo Ah In for the illegal use of propofol, and in addition to questioning the actor, they performed a search and seizure of various doctor’s offices and clinics in Seoul that were suspected of having illegally administered the drug to Yoo Ah In since 2021. “Hellbound 2” will depict the story that unfolds after the resurrection of Park Jung Ja ( [Kim Hyun Joo](https://www.viki.com/celebrities/14232pr-kim-hyun-joo?utm_source=soompi&utm_medium=soompi_news&utm_campaign=soompi_link&utm_content=watch-hellbound-officially-announces-season-2-is-on-the-way&utm_content_id=1546503wpp), [Kim Shin Rok](https://www.viki.com/celebrities/25090pr-kim-shin-rok?q=kim%20shin%20rok&qId=6ac5ca865f35c9c7f4103f09a35515ca), Lee Dong Hee, [Yang Ik Joon](https://www.viki.com/celebrities/14968pr?utm_source=soompi&utm_medium=soompi_news&utm_campaign=soompi_link&utm_content=watch-hellbound-officially-announces-season-2-is-on-the-way&utm_content_id=1546503wpp), and more actors will reprise their roles in Season 2, and [Moon Geun Young](https://www.viki.com/celebrities/14052pr-moon-geun-young?q=moon%20geun%20young&qId=be1d88fd344f53f69cada59e6d6ada09) will make a special appearance as an arrowhead leader who leads the supporters of the New Truth Society. Kim Sung Chul is confirmed to star in Netflix’s “Hellbound 2”! Kim Sung Chul To Play Jung Jin Su Role In “Hellbound 2” + Kim Hyun Joo, Kim Shin Rok, And More Also Confirmed For Cast

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Yoo Ah-in dropped from Netflix's 'Hellbound' as actor is reportedly ... (NME.com)

Kim Sung-cheol will replace Yoo Ah-in in Netflix series 'Hellbound' as the latter actor is reportedly investigated by Korean police for illegal drug use.

[ Yoo had tested positive for propofol and marijuana](https://www.nme.com/en_asia/news/tv/yoo-ah-in-tests-positive-propofol-agency-responds-3403867), which are violations of South Korea’s [ South Korea’s Narcotics Control Act](https://elaw.klri.re.kr/eng_service/lawView.do?hseq=37716&lang=ENG). All four drugs that Yoo is said to have tested positive for so far are strictly illegal in South Korea. Yesterday (March 1), [ Xportsnews](http://news.tvchosun.com/site/data/html_dir/2023/03/01/2023030190134.html) reported, as translated by [ Soompi](https://www.soompi.com/article/1569665wpp/yoo-ah-in-tests-positive-for-cocaine-and-ketamine), that Yoo has also tested positive for cocaine and ketamine in a hair test. [Soompi](https://www.soompi.com/article/1569665wpp/yoo-ah-in-tests-positive-for-cocaine-and-ketamine). A Netflix spokesperson has since confirmed to NME that the creators of Hellbound have decided to cast Kim Sung-cheol in season two as Jung Jinsu, who Yoo played in season one. [ Netflix](https://www.nme.com/tag/netflix)‘s K-drama [ Hellbound](https://www.nme.com/series/hellbound) amid reports that he is undergoing a police investigation in South Korea for illegal drug use.

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Yoo Ah-in dropped from Netflix's Hellbound Season 2 after drug ... (India Today)

Actor Yoo Ah-in , who is currently under investigation for habitual use of substances including propofol, marijuana, cocaine, and ketamine, ...

His hair sample taken for the test tested positive for propofol use. [in February, the National Forensic Service sent the results of Yoo Ah-in's hair test to the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency’s drug investigation unit. Actor Yoo Ah-in is currently facing the brunt of habitual use of substances including propofol, marijuana, cocaine, and ketamine.

Korean actor Yoo Ah In tests positive for cocaine and ketamine ... (GMA News Online)

Yoo Ah In has reportedly tested positive for two more substances. According to a Soompi, TV Chosun's "News 9" reported on March 1 that Yoo Ah In took a ...

They plan to call back the actor in for questioning next week. Yoo Ah In has reportedly tested positive for two more substances. Korean actor Yoo Ah In tests positive for cocaine and ketamine - report

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Yoo Ah-in dropped from 'Hellbound' after he tests positive for ... (Yahoo News)

The two drugs are the latest additions to an ongoing investigation into the actor's illegal use of marijuana and propofol — an anesthetic drug generally ...

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The police reveal how Yoo Ah In was able to administer heavy ... (allkpop)

It was revealed how Yoo Ah In could have habitually administered propofol without receiving any suspicion from the doctors…

Yoo Ah In took 4400 ml of propofol in 2021 alone, and the number of times reached a total of 73 times. Usually, 15 to 20 ml is the appropriate amount to administer when performing a gastroscopy, but Yoo Ah In administered three times as much at a time. However, the police already suspect that Yoo Ah In had intentionally requested sleep anesthesia.

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