According to a representative from the Mapo Resident Convenience Facility, Song Mino’s sick leave was due to social phobia, panic disorder and bipolar disorder.
A manager of a public service worker, identified as A, told the Dispatch: “Song Mino is afraid of crowded places. We assigned him to a place where he would not be noticed by others.”
However, photos obtained by Dispatch reveal a different story. Song Mino was seen traveling to areas such as Goseong and Yangyang in Gangwon-do, enjoying camping and partying.
In August 2023, Song Mino attended a DJ party at a popular bar in Goseong, Gangwon-do. At the time, he worked for the parking corporate team at Mapo Facility Management Corporation.
His recreational activities appeared highly social. His hairstyle remained long throughout his service. His clothing? Shorts and no shirt. Shirtless, he roamed freely around the party venue.
Most noticeable were his tattoos: “Correct Posture” etched on his left shoulder blade, “Clear Mind” on his right shoulder blade, and “PLAY BOY” etched on his waist.
One partygoer told Dispatch: “Song Mino drank alcohol, smoked and enjoyed the party. There were no signs of social phobia or panic disorder.”
Song Mino’s selective social phobia also appeared in his hobbies. It was reported that he was working with a “racing team” prior to his discharge from the Army.
A crew member informed dispatch: “We run marathons together with Song Mino. He also recently completed a 20 kilometer run. He lost a lot of weight.”
In fact, Song Mino has been focusing on his comeback. A representative from the Resident Convenience Facility shared: “Song Mino lost weight by running and developed his physique through personal training.”
Meanwhile, Song Mino’s allegations of improper service have been referred to the police. On December 23, the Military Manpower Administration requested an investigation by the Mapo police station. Song Mino was reported as a suspect.
Police are expected to examine evidence such as CCTV footage, entry and exit records, gaming logs, communications location data and statements from facility staff to determine whether there was any misconduct during their service.
