Actor Ko Kyung-pyo makes a phone call shortly after his drunk-driving accident. [MBC]
Actor Ko Kyung-pyo makes a phone call shortly after his drunk-driving accident. [MBC]

CCTV footage capturing the moments after actor Ko Kyung-pyo's drunk-driving accident has been released.

MBC released the footage Saturday, showing the scene following the early-morning crash. Ko, 36, struck a sanitation truck that was in operation on a road in Dongyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul at around 3 a.m. Saturday while driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.150 percent. No injuries were reported.

In the footage, Ko's black vehicle passes the scene of the collision before a sanitation worker rushes after it.

Ko, apparently unaware of the crash, pulled over and quickly stepped out to inspect the damage to his car.

Ko was also filmed making a phone call with his hands in his pockets, visibly struggling to keep his balance as he staggered.

Ko was later questioned by police and allowed to return home.

His agency, CL&Company, issued a deep apology to those affected by the accident. "We sincerely apologize to everyone who has been harmed by actor Ko Kyung-pyo's drunk-driving incident," the agency said. "We also offer our heartfelt apologies to all who have believed in and supported him for the disappointment and concern this has caused."

The agency added that Ko acknowledges his wrongdoing and is deeply reflecting on his actions. "He takes the gravity of drunk driving seriously and will humbly accept any penalties handed down, while doing his utmost to make amends and fulfill his responsibilities," it said.


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