Lee Know, Hyunjin and Seungmin of the boy group Stray Kids were involved in a car accident on Wednesday, September 20, according to agency JYP Entertainment. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries but the members had to cancel their activities for the time being.
In a statement released by the group’s agency on Thursday, September 21, it was revealed that the vehicle carrying the three members was involved in a minor collision on their way back to the dorms.
Stray Kids 스케줄 안내https://t.co/ayyMGGuYfk
— Stray Kids (@Stray_Kids) September 20, 2023
Furthermore, JYPE stated that after the collision, Lee Know, Hyunjin, and Seungmin immediately went to a hospital for a medical examination. The medical results showed that there were no serious injuries, and they only sustained mild muscle pain and bruises.
With this, medical professionals have advised them to receive conservative treatment for the meantime. Which left the agency no choice but to cancel the members’ prior commitments.
According to JYPE, Lee Know and Hyunjin, who were supposedly making an appearance at the Milan Fashion Week on September 19-25, will no longer be attending the show.
There, Lee Know was supposed to take part in Gucci’s event. Meanwhile, Hyunjin, the brand’s global ambassador, was supposed to represent Versace.
Additionally, Seungmin also had to cancel his upcoming Birthday Youtube Live. The vocalist will be celebrating his 23rd birthday on September 22.
Moreover, Stray Kids will no longer be taking part as a full group in their scheduled performance at the Global Citizen Festival in New York on September 23. Following the incident, only the group’s subunit 3RACHA, composed of Bang Chan, Changbin and Han will be featured in the event.
As they wrapped up their statement, JYPE wrote an apology for worrying the fans. And they assured the group’s supporters that they will place the artists’ health as their top priority.
STAYs’ concern for Stray Kids
STAYs, the group’s fandom, were needless to say taken aback upon hearing the news. On social media, STAYs immediately voiced their concern for the idols and wished for their good health.
“Your safety, health, and happiness always comes first to us,” one fan wrote.
Rest well, we will wait as long as it takes for everyone to feel better. Your safety, health, and happiness always comes first to us.
— SKZ YT STREAM (@StrayKStream) September 20, 2023
Other STAYs reassured the “S-Class” hitmakers that they will be waiting patiently and that they should take all the time they need to fully recover.
On top of that, they were also airing their concern on the group’s other announced upcoming activities. In October, Stray Kids is set to stage their two-night Unveil 13 concert at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. And they’re also reported to be making a comeback in November, as earlier confirmed by JYPE.
Although the agency has yet to announce details on the members’ participation for these future activities, as of writing. But fans are already saying that the Stray Kids members should prioritize their health.
Please please, take all the time you need to fully recovering, stays will be waiting for you as always, sending big hugs for you my loves ❤️
— ⋆ ࣪. (@straykidsxzone) September 20, 2023
get well soon our leeknow hyunjin and seungmin and please please take care☹️ take ALL the time u need to recover… we'll be praying for u to have a smooth and speedy recovery we love u so much 🤍
— daily innie (@dailyinnieluv) September 21, 2023
Wish everyone a speedy recovery and please take all the time you need to rest! Stay safe 🥺🤍
— 8 (@miminnyasar) September 20, 2023
Meanwhile, Global Citizen also sent their regards to the group. “Our support goes out to the members of Stray Kids and our hearts are with Stays everywhere,” they said.
Our support goes out to the members of Stray Kids and our hearts are with Stays everywhere.
We’ll be joined on the Global Citizen Festival stage by Bang Chan, Changbin, and HAN, performing as 3RACHA. https://t.co/6Bj1Y5igyT
— Global Citizen ⭕ (@GlblCtzn) September 20, 2023
In other news, Stray Kids recently won their first MTV Video Music Awards win for the Best K-pop group.
Featured image: Stray Kids pose for their third fan meeting. Credit: Twitter/Stray Kids