NCT's Taeil set to exit the K-pop band following sexual offense allegations - read official statement

The statement also emphasised that Taeil is cooperating fully with the ongoing police investigation.

K-pop fans were recently shaken by the news that NCT's Taeil has been accused of a sexual offense and will be leaving the group. This development was confirmed by NCT's agency, SM Entertainment through an official statement. Furthermore, his fellow NCT member Haechan has also unfollowed Taeil on Instagram shortly after the news broke.

SM Entertainment released a statement addressing the serious allegations against Taeil. The statement read, "This is SM Entertainment. We have recently learned that Taeil has been accused in a criminal case related to a sexual offense. As we were assessing the facts related to the matter, we recognized the severity of the situation and determined that Taeil can no longer continue his activities with the team (NCT). After discussing with Taeil, we have decided on his departure from the group."

The statement also emphasised that Taeil is cooperating fully with the ongoing police investigation. SM Entertainment expressed regret over the situation, stating, "We will provide further statements as the investigation progresses. We deeply apologize for the concern and distress caused by our artist."

The news has left the NCT fan community in shock. Taeil's sudden departure from the group following such serious accusations have sparked widespread concern among fans. Fans took to social media to express their reactions. One fan tweeted, "If the members unfollowed him, I know this issue will be serious. Even his best friend unfollowed him. I don't know how to react to this case."

As of now, Taeil has not released any statement about his departure from NCT.

NCT 127 is one of the sub-units of the larger NCT boy band, which is managed by SM Entertainment. The group originally debuted on July 7, 2016, with their extended play NCT #127. Taeil was one of the original members of NCT 127, along with Taeyong, Yuta, Jaehyun, Mark, Haechan, Doyoung, Johnny, and Jungwoo.