NCT Jaehyun’s Solo Schedule Postponed Following Taeil’s Sex Crime Announcement
One of NCT Jaehyun‘s solo schedules has been postponed following the announcement made about former member Taeil‘s sex crime.
On August 28, 2024 (KST), it was announced that Taeil was removed from NCT related to an unspecified sex-related crime.
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— SMTOWN (@SMTOWNGLOBAL) August 28, 2024
This is SM Entertainment.
We have recently confirmed that Taeil has been implicated in a criminal case related to sexual crime.
While looking into the situation, we recognized that the issue is very serious, and we have decided that Taeil could no longer continue team activities. We have discussed this matter with Taeil and it has been decided he will be removed from the group.
Currently, Taeil is faithfully cooperating with the police investigation. We will share additional statements as the investigation progresses.
We deeply apologize for the controversy caused by the artist.
— SM Entertainment
Shortly after this statement, a notice was sent to fans scheduled to attend Jaehyun’s solo fansign event for his album J on August 29. The message from informed fans that the fansign would be postponed to a later date.
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— 벤츠 (@WHYNOT_JD) August 28, 2024
Hello, this is Soundwave.
The fan signing event for Jaehyun (JAEHYUN) – 1st Album [J] (J Ver.), which was scheduled to take place on August 29th, has been temporarily postponed due to unavoidable circumstances.
When a new date is confirmed, we will notify the selected participants individually. We sincerely ask for your understanding.
Thank you.
— Soundwave Korea
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