NCT Member Taeil Departs Group Amid Sexual Offense Investigation
On August 28, 2024, SM Entertainment, the agency representing K-pop boy band NCT, announced that member Taeil would be leaving the group. The decision came after allegations of a sexual offense involving the 30-year-old singer emerged.
Official Statement
SM Entertainment released an official statement addressing the situation:
“We have recently learned that Taeil has been accused in a criminal case related to a sexual offense. As we were assessing the facts related to the matter, we recognized the severity of the situation and determined that Taeil can no longer continue his activities with the team (NCT). After discussing with Taeil, we have decided on his departure from the group.”
Investigation and Cooperation
The agency confirmed that Taeil is currently cooperating fully with the ongoing police investigation. However, specific details regarding the nature of the allegations have not been disclosed to the public.
Impact on NCT
Taeil’s departure marks a significant change for NCT, a globally recognized boy band that debuted in 2016. The group, known for its multiple sub-units, has over twenty members in total. Taeil was most recently active in the sub-unit NCT 127.
Career Background
Moon Tae-il, known professionally as Taeil, had been a member of NCT since the group’s inception in 2016. He was part of the first fixed sub-unit, NCT 127, which debuted on July 7, 2016, with their extended play “NCT #127”.
Agency’s Further Actions
SM Entertainment stated that Taeil’s contract with the company has not been terminated at this time. The agency has promised to provide additional statements as the investigation progresses.
This development has attracted significant attention in the K-pop community, with SM Entertainment’s announcement garnering millions of views within hours of its release
