Actor Song Young Kyu Dies in Car, Police Investigate Cause of Death

Liputan6.com, Jakarta South Korean actor Song Young Kyu was found dead in his car on the morning of August 4, 2025, according to Allkpop. The discovery of his body occurred in the Cheoin-gu area of Yongin-si, Gyeonggi Province, sparking confusion and grief among his fans and colleagues.

According to police reports, Song Young Kyu was found in cardiac arrest in his parked vehicle. The incident was first reported by an acquaintance who identified himself shortly after the tragic discovery. The Yongin Dongbu Police Department has confirmed the discovery of the body and begun an investigation.

Although no signs of foul play were found on Song Young Kyu's body, the exact cause of death remains uncertain. Therefore, the police stated that they will conduct a thorough investigation to clarify all aspects of the incident. Song Young Kyu's sudden passing caused deep sorrow, given his significant contributions to the South Korean entertainment industry.

Song Young Kyu, born on April 18, 1970, is an actor. He is also known as Song Yeong Gyu or Song Youngkyu. He is signed to YK Media.

Song Young Kyu's education includes a degree in theater from Seoul Arts College. In addition to acting, he is also a special professor in the Department of Acting at Semyung University. His academic and practical experience in the acting has made him a respected figure in the industry.

His acting career began in 1994 in the children's musical "Taoist Meoteul." His film debut followed in 2002 with "Turn It Up," and his television debut in 2007 with the drama "Merry Mary." Throughout his career, Song Young Kyu has built a reputation as a versatile actor capable of capturing attention, often portraying professional characters such as prosecutors, lawyers, or doctors due to his sharp and authoritative image.

The discovery of Song Young Kyu's body on August 4, 2025, in Yongin became the focus of a police investigation. Although there was no indication of foul play, the mystery surrounding his death prompted authorities to conduct a thorough investigation. This incident came just two months after Song Young Kyu was in the public spotlight for a drunk driving (DUI) incident.

On June 19, 2025, Song Young Kyu allegedly drove approximately 5 kilometers from Giheung-gu to Cheoin-gu in Yongin while heavily intoxicated. His blood alcohol level was recorded above 0.08%, which is the limit for driver's license revocation under Korean law. As a result of this incident, he was referred to the prosecution without detention on charges of violating the Road Traffic Act.

The DUI incident significantly impacted Song Young Kyu's career. He was forced to withdraw from the stage play "Shakespeare in Love," and the production teams of SBS's "The Winning Try" and ENA's "The Defects" announced they would edit out scenes involving him. A close source stated that Song Young Kyu's mental condition worsened after the reports of the drunk driving incident, and he felt pressured by the malicious articles and comments circulating.

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