K-pop star Jessi has found herself at the center of controversy following an incident where a fan was allegedly assaulted by one of her acquaintances after requesting a photo. The altercation occurred on October 29 in the early hours in a street near Apgujeong, Seoul.
According to reports from JTBC's Case Chief, the fan had approached Jessi for a picture, but after Jessi politely declined twice, the fan was suddenly attacked by a man who was with her group. The man reportedly struck the fan in the face and kicked them, as captured by nearby CCTV footage.
The situation has drawn attention, especially after it was revealed that police were unable to apprehend the assailant. Jessi and her entourage reportedly claimed they did not know the attacker, which led to the individual evading capture. Further investigations have since revealed that the attacker is believed to be an acquaintance of a well-known producer close to Jessi.
As public criticism mounted, Jessi issued a lengthy statement on her social media on October 12. She expressed regret over the situation, stating, "I deeply apologize to everyone concerned about the recent incident related to me. While having a private gathering, a fan approached me for a photo. Due to the late hour, I respectfully declined twice. However, during this moment, someone I had just met that day suddenly attacked the fan. I was so shocked by what happened that I wasn’t able to properly care for the fan at the time."
Jessi added that she feels a deep moral responsibility for what happened, saying, "Regardless of the circumstances, I feel heartbroken that a fan was harmed. Since the incident, my agency and I have been in contact with the fan’s mother to ensure the victim receives an apology and compensation. We are also doing everything we can to help the police identify the attacker and ensure they face appropriate legal consequences." She concluded her statement with a plea for media outlets and the public to avoid making speculative statements, asking, “Please refrain from basing reports on one-sided claims or assumptions.” However, Jessi’s statement has not been well-received by all.
Many netizens are expressing skepticism, with some calling her response more of an excuse than an apology. Comments have surfaced questioning why Jessi didn’t immediately assist the police in identifying the attacker, with some noting, "It’s disappointing. Even if she had just met the man, he was still part of her group that night."
The situation remains under investigation, as authorities continue to search for the attacker involved in the incident. Fans and the public are waiting to see how the case unfolds, and whether Jessi will take further action to resolve the matter.
Want to know what went down? Read our previous article: Shock and Outrage: Fan Allegedly Assaulted After Asking Jessi for a Photo—Star's Group Under Fire.
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