After three months since his last court hearing, Yoo Ah In is once again making headlines following the summons requested by the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office.

It seemed like a never-ending case for the top star after he had been involved in illegal substance use back in February 2023.

After months of grueling investigations and court hearings, the actor continues to face authorities on the same grounds.

Prosecutors Reportedly Planning to Re-Apply Yoo Ah In's Arrest Warrant

According to a report, the award-winning actor was privately summoned by the Special Crime Investigation Unit Chief Prosecutor, Shin Joon Ho, for additional questioning regarding the ongoing charges involving the "Seoul Vibe" star for violating the Narcotics Control Act.

In addition, the prosecution is looking into re-applying the arrest warrant after concluding the investigation.

As for the actor's alleged accomplice, authorities will also investigate this thoroughly, including the YouTuber who was accused of smoking marijuana during a trip to the United States with the actor in January.

It can be recalled that the Seoul court rejected the arrest warrant that was filed by the police against Yoo Ah In.

Back in May, the court ruled that the warrant of arrest was "unnecessary," stating that the authorities' reasons for filing it were insufficient.

"It is difficult to conclude that there are fears of [Yoo] fleeing or destroying evidence [...] It is also hard to justify the reasons and the need for an arrest," the Seoul court says, as cited by Korea JoongAng Daily.

At the time, Yoo Ah In briefly spoke to the media and discussed updates regarding the investigation.

The actor said that he "respects and appreciates the court's decisions" after dismissing the request for a warrant arrest against him.

Is It Over for Yoo Ah In?

After the success of his big screen comeback for "Seoul Vibe," the public was surprised to hear news about Yoo Ah In involving him for drug use.

Following suspicions over propofol, it was found out that he has been using other types of illegal substances, including cannabis, cocaine, ketamine, and zolpidem.

The actor released a handwritten apology, addressing the issues involving him.

As he regrets his action, he apologizes to his co-stars, whose projects got affected because of the incident.

He then promised to actively participate in the investigation. As for his upcoming projects, Yoo Ah In was replaced by Kim Sung Cheol as the new cult leader in "Hellbound" season 2.

Meanwhile, the premiere of other projects like "The Match" and "Goodbye Earth" was postponed.

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Written by Geca Wills