On October 11, IST Entertainment, Heo Chan’s agency, announced that “after careful discussions with all the members of VICTON,” he had decided to leave the team. Heo Chan accepts the intention of himself and the members as he could not cause any more trouble that would affect the members, therefore coming to a decision. ALSO READ: Little Women Episode 12 Recap: Ending Explained + Kim Go Eun, Nam Ji Hyun, Park Ji Hu Finally Achieve Their Dreams
VICTON To Continue With Six Members
As a result of Heo Chan’s departure, VICTON will continue promoting as a group with a total of six members. Han Seungwoo, Kang Seungsik, Lim Sejun, Do Hanse, Choi Byungchan, and Jung Soobin will reorganize the team. Except for Han Seungwoo, who is currently serving in the military, the five members will carry out the 2022 VICTON FAN CONCERT CHRONICLE, which is scheduled to commence on October 15 and 16, as well as future activities of the group. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: The Golden Spoon Episode 5 Recap: Will BTOB Yook Sungjae Successfully Return To His Old Life?
IST Entertainment Official Statement
Here is the official statement released by IST Entertainment regarding Heo Chan’s departure from VICTON: IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Little Women Episode 11 Recap: Kim Go Eun Faces Trial + Nam Ji Hyun Tries To Uncover The Truth
Heo Chan Gets Caught Drunk Driving
On September 20, Heo Chan was caught by the police while driving under the influence of alcohol near Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu, around 6:40 AM KST. The Gangnam Police Station investigated him. During the investigation, Heo Chan’s blood alcohol concentration was reported to be to the extent that his license was cancelled. After the incident, Heo Chan posted a handwritten letter on VICTON’s fan cafe. He said, “although I should have been more responsible for my actions as a public figure who should be an example to fans and other people, I was greatly disappointed by the wrong choice I made.” Heo chan apologized, saying that he was sincerely reflecting on himself and had spent days in regret and remorse. ALSO READ: Bad Prosecutor Episode 2 Recap: EXO Kyungsoo Gets Transferred To A New Department + Secretly Investigates A Murder Case Heo Chan debuted with VICTON on November 9, 2016 under Play M Entertainment, and has released the EP Voice to New World. He was the main dancer and vocalist of the group. Stay tuned for the latest news and updates about VICTON only on EpicStream.
