Black Ink Crew star Richard Duncan, known as “Oh Sh*t” on the series, recently opened up about his recent DUI arrest and revealed he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Duncan opened up about his arrest via an apologetic Instagram post on Aug. 20. In the post’s lengthy caption, he also revealed that he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2020.
“I need to be honest and transparent with my IG family. I’ve been having a hard time. I was diagnosed as bipolar about two years ago, and it’s been a hard a** journey navigating the ups and downs of this disease, my sobriety journey, being a new business owner- and just LIFE,” he said. “Like most people who suffer from bipolar disorder, there are times u go through manic episodes, depressed episodes and sadly become inconsistent with my meds and self/care. When I’m in a bad place, I don’t always make the best choices, and consequently, I’ve hurt and let down a lot of people I love in the process. That shit eats me up, and I hate it.”
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The Black Ink Crew star further explained that his actions, which resulted in a DUI, occurred during a “manic episode.”
“Last month I did something really stupid during a manic episode and consequently got a DUI. I do not condone drinking and driving, drug use or acting out- mental illness or not,” he said.
According to reports, Duncan received a DUI in July after Georgia police stopped him for speeding. An incident report indicated that officers conducted a sobriety test on him due to him allegedly smelling like alcohol. The report also said that the 38-year-old tattoo artist admitted to drinking and when police searched his car they discovered cocaine in his cup holder. As a result, he not only got a DUI but he was also charged with speeding, driving with an open container of alcohol and possession of a controlled substance.
“I did something that was so dumb, pointless and honestly embarrassing. I can’t promise perfection but the first step is accountability and honesty and I’m working on both. I openly accept the consequences of my actions, and I am actively working with my doctors, therapists and group to get back on track,” he said in his Instagram post.
Duncan concluded his statement saying he was sorry.
“I’m sorry to everyone I let down. I am looking forward to active recovery, sobriety and a fresh start,” he wrote.
