South Korean Actress Han Ji-seong’s Tragic Accident
Rumors were swirling that the beloved TV star, Han Ji-seong, got out of her car on the busy expressway with a bit of trouble behind her — folks speculated she might have had a drink in hand.
The Fatal Turn of Events
- On May 6, the 28‑year‑old was ejected to the back seat of her Mercedes‑Benz after a taxi swerved into her path.
- Just moments later, a sports‑utility vehicle hit her again, sealing a heartbreaking fate.
Involvement of the Husband
Han’s lawyer‑husband, whom she married in March, was booked on July 10 by the Gimpo Police Station for allegedly aiding and abetting drinking driving.
- He was questioned and booked without being detained.
- Earlier statements said he admitted to drinking with friends the night of the incident, but claimed he was unaware of Han’s alcohol consumption.
Findings & Public Reaction
An autopsy revealed that Han’s blood alcohol level was about 0.1%, indeed higher than the legal threshold of 0.08%.
- Questions arose over why she stopped mid‑highway near Incheon International Airport.
- The husband explained she had to take a toilet break in the woods just beside the road.
- He didn’t understand why Han didn’t pull over safely on the shoulder.
- Rumors took off suggesting she was unsteady, possibly vomiting outside her car, hinting at potential drug or alcohol use.
- Netizens speculated that the husband’s sobriety was in doubt too. Some wondered: How could he not have heard the crash?
- Theories grew: perhaps the couple argued inside, and the husband, in a drunken haze, didn’t notice the chaos.
- There were ominous whispers about a potential insurance gain from the tragedy, prompting calls for a deeper investigation into recent policy purchases.
The Aftermath
While the details are still being pieced together, the outpouring of grief and curiosity continues to surge across social media. The story, originally published in The Straits Times, resonates long after the highway scene came to a halt.
For now, the world watches a tragic lesson about safety and responsibility on roads that are supposed to keep us all moving forward.
