Jessi Apologizes for Fan Assault Incident Involving Her Entourage

On October 12, Jessi took to her Instagram to express her apology regarding the recent controversy surrounding a fan being attacked by an associate from her entourage.

Here is the complete statement shared by Jessi on Instagram.

“Hi there! This is Jessi.

To start, I truly apologize for the worry I have caused many with the recent reports about an assault incident connected to me.”

Recently, during a private gathering with a close acquaintance, a fan politely approached me for a photo. I turned down the request twice as it was quite late. In that unexpected moment, someone I had only met that day unexpectedly attacked the fan.

The shock of the incident left me unable to fully empathize with the fan’s feelings. Regardless of the scenario, I am genuinely remorseful that my fan encountered such distress, and I feel a deep sense of moral obligation.

Following the incident, my agency and I have been in touch with the victim’s mother, working diligently to ensure the assailant offers an apology and compensation. We are also committed to making sure the perpetrator faces appropriate consequences. I respectfully request that the media refrain from publishing reports based solely on unverified claims or assumptions.”

Earlier, during an episode of JTBC’s “Crime Chief,” a witness recounted seeing Jessi and her group in Seoul last month when they asked for a photo. It was reported that a man from Jessi’s group allegedly used foul language towards the fan and obstructed them, while Jessi politely refused the request. However, as the fan turned to leave, another man approached and viciously attacked them by kicking and hitting.

The victim’s mother later visited Jessi’s agency and learned that the assailant was a Chinese acquaintance of a producer associated with Jessi. However, Jessi clarified that she had met the assailant for the first time that day.

According to “Crime Chief,” the victim has filed a report against the attacker with the police. The Gangnam Police Department, which is investigating the matter, confirmed that they have contacted the producer present during the incident to identify the assailant, and the producer is anticipated to be questioned next week.

Source: Daum

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