K-Pop Singer Lee Jihan, 24, Killed in South Korean Halloween Crowd Tragedy
South Korean actor-singer Lee Jihan, 24, was one of 154 people killed during a deadly Halloween crowd surge in the town of Itaewon, Seoul on Saturday
Lee died as a result of the crush in the narrow city streets which also left more than 100 people injured, Billboard reported Sunday, citing the star's agencies, 935 Entertainment and 9Ato Entertainment.
935 Entertainment also addressed Lee's tragic death on Instagram Sunday, alongside an image of a plain black square posted in mourning.
"I am heartbroken to [share] sad news," the translation for the caption said before going on to say that Lee "has become a star in the sky and left us" after his "sudden death."
"Actor Lee Jihan was a sweet and warm friend to all," the caption added.
"We are sad to deliver such news today, but Lee Jihan has passed away in the crush in Itaewon last night," a statement from 935 Entertainment read, according to Entertainment Tonight, citing multiple outlets. Read More…