Teach You A Lesson Actor P.O Suffers Car Accident In Jeju Island; Agency Confirms Recovery

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and Block B member Pyo Ji-hoon aka P.O has been injured in a traffic accident while on a vacation in South Korea's Jeju Island. The idol has sustained minor injuries and weren't serious, his agency confirmed. The company also added that P.O is expected to return to his scheduled filming activities next week. P.O, who was recently seen in Teach You A Lesson, where he played the character of Deputy Director Bong Geun-dae. The agency added that the artist was currently recovering. P.O has also been known for K-dramas like Encounter, Good Partner, Hotel del Luna, Mouse, Yumi's Cells and more.

P.O suffers accident during Jeju vacation

Korean media reported on July 22, that the accident took place on a street in Jeju around 9:56 p.m. KST on Tuesday. P.O was crossing the road when he was apparently hit by a vehicle. Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported him to a general hospital in Jeju City to receive medical treatment. Doctors said the singer had hurt his arm and knee but his injuries were not life threatening.

P.O's agency reacts

Artist Company has released an official statement confirming the incident in response to the reports. Artist Company also confirmed that P.O is expected to fulfill previously scheduled filming commitments next week without any major changes.It said, "P.O recently travelled to Jeju Island with his friends for a vacation, where he was involved in a traffic accident. Fortunately, he was not seriously injured. The injuries are minor and he is expected to participate in filming for a project that is scheduled for next week as normal."

Police investigation is in progress

The exact circumstances of the accident are still under investigation by authorities. Early reports show no indications of the driver being intoxicated and investigators have found no evidence that he broke any traffic signals at the time of the crash. Police are expected to determine the exact cause of the accident when the investigation is over.

Fans send wishes for speedy recovery

News of the accident quickly spread on social media, with fans expressing their relief to hear that P.O's injuries were not serious. Many wished the singer and actor well through social media, and hoped that he will return with full energy and take care of his health even as he plans to resume work.P.O started his career as a member of Block B and went on to expand his career into acting and television with variety shows and K-dramas.