Im Seulong 2AM Involved in Fatal Car Accident, Reported Not Under the Influence of Alcohol

Kapanlagi.com - Shocking news came from second generation K-Pop idol, Im Seulong. On Tuesday (8/4/2020), the Korean police stated that Im Seulong was involved in a late-night car accident on August 1st.

According to the Seoul Seobu Police Office, this 2AM member was driving his SUV on a road in Eunpyeong, Seoul at around 11:50 PM local time. It was raining at that time. He hit a man who was crossing the road when the pedestrian signal light was red. The man was taken to the hospital, but unfortunately, he did not survive the injuries.

1. Further Investigation

The Seoul Seobu Police Station is conducting further investigation into this fatal accident. Although it is known that the victim ran a red light, further investigation is needed from Im Seulong, who was driving the car.

"We are currently in the process of investigating the accident. It is true that the person died after being hit by Im Seulong's car when they ran a red light for pedestrians. However, we are still investigating the details of the situation and whether Im Seulong violated traffic laws," said the police, as reported by Soompi.

2. Not Under the Influence of Alcohol

According to reports, Im Seulong was immediately interrogated by the police after the accident and will be called in for further questioning at a later date. Based on the initial interrogation results, it is known that Im Seulong was driving in a conscious state without the influence of alcohol.

"Im Seulong was not driving under the influence of alcohol, but we are investigating other possibilities, such as speeding. However, it is difficult for us to say anything at this time as the investigation is ongoing. We ask for your understanding that we cannot disclose details about the investigation," added the Seoul Seobu police.

3. Latest Condition of Im Seulong

Shortly after news of this accident emerged, Im Seulong's agency released an official statement regarding the incident. Jellyfish Entertainment expressed condolences to the victim's family and reported that Im Seulong is still in a state of shock. Here is the official statement from Jellyfish Entertainment:

"Hello. We are Jellyfish Entertainment.

This is our statement regarding the car accident involving Im Seulong.

First, we hope that the victim of this fatal accident rests in peace, and we extend our deepest condolences to the family.

On August 1, Im Seulong was driving his car when the accident occurred in the midst of the rain. While driving, he hit a pedestrian crossing the road. Immediately after the accident, Im Seulong took emergency action at the scene, but unfortunately, the victim passed away while being taken to the hospital.

Im Seulong was interrogated by the police according to protocol and was allowed to go home afterwards, but he is in a state of shock.

Please understand that we cannot disclose the details of the incident as the police investigation results have not been revealed.

However, we understand how sad the family members of the victim who was left behind must be, and we sincerely apologize to them.

Once again, we hope the victim rests in peace, and we extend our deepest condolences to the family.

We also apologize to the fans for causing concern. Thank you."

(soo/rsp)