25.11.25.Today News : Real-life ‘The Outlaws’ Police Model Suspended for DUI

Real-life ‘The Outlaws’ Police Model Suspended for DUI

📍Officer known as inspiration for Ma Dong-seok’s character tested above license cancellation level — internal probe launched

A police officer known as the real-life model for the detective portrayed by actor Ma Dong-seok in the hit crime film The Outlaws has been suspended after being caught driving under the influence.

Detective A, known to be the real-life model for the character played by Ma Dong-seok in the film ‘The Outlaws,’ was suspended from duty after causing an accident while driving under the influence.

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🔹 DUI incident involving well-known police figure
According to Seoul Suseo Police Station, Officer A was booked on suspicion of drunk driving after causing a minor collision on the evening of November 24 in Dogok-dong, near Gangnam Severance Hospital.

Although no casualties were reported, his blood alcohol concentration exceeded 0.08% — the legal threshold for license cancellation in South Korea. The police immediately placed him on administrative leave and launched an internal investigation.

Officer A had previously appeared on entertainment programs and gained public recognition due to his connection to the film character.

🔹 Rising concerns over repeated DUI cases in police force
Data from the past five years indicates that 322 South Korean police officers have faced disciplinary action for DUI:

■ 2021: 71
■ 2022: 61
■ 2023: 72
■ 2024: 69
■ 2025 (as of August): 49

Last year, disciplinary rules were strengthened: a first DUI offense now results in a minimum penalty of suspension, while a second violation leads to dismissal or expulsion. Attempts to evade testing, switch drivers, or flee the scene result in immediate discharge.

🔹 Police vow strict action
Officials stated they would “handle the matter sternly following the investigation.” Reporters attempted to contact Officer A, but were unable to reach him.

One-line summary : The real-life police model behind The Outlaws character has been suspended after a DUI incident, prompting an internal investigation.