Police reported that the 34-year-old artist and her mother physically confronted a man who broke into their home, located in a suburb of Seoul, with the intention of committing a robbery.
South Korean singer and actress Nanaknown for her work on , suffered injuries and is recovering in hospital following an incident at her home on Saturday (15). Police reported that the 34-year-old artist and her mother physically confronted a man who broke into their home, located in a suburb of Seoul, with the intention of committing a robbery. The intruder, a man in his 30s, forced entry into Nana’s house in the morning, but was subdued by the artist with the help of her mother. During the fight, Nana’s mother suffered serious injuries and fell unconscious, and was taken for medical attention. Nana also suffered injuries when trying to escape the dangerous situation, according to the Yonhap agency.
Police in Guri, a city near Seoul, reported that the attacker was arrested at the scene and is in custody, accused of aggravated robbery. The detective responsible for the investigation stated that the physical struggle between the victims and the suspect resulted in the man’s arrest. Nana, whose real name is Jin-ah, gained notoriety as a member of the trio Orange Caramel, part of the girl group After School, before pursuing a solo career as an actress. The artist’s health status is being monitored and she continues to receive medical treatment. The case generated widespread repercussion in South Korea, raising concerns about celebrity safety and domestic violence.
*With information from Estadão Conteúdo
