Late at night in the heart of Seoul, something chilling unfolded that sent shockwaves across the global K-pop community. Seungcheol Choi, famously known as S.Coups—the beloved leader of SEVENTEEN—was on his way home after a long recording session. Driving through the quiet streets near Gangnam, he was unknowingly being followed. What started as a peaceful solo ride ended in a nightmare when a suspicious car, tailing him for blocks, suddenly accelerated and collided with his vehicle, forcing it to a halt.
The incident escalated within seconds. As Seungcheol tried to gather himself, three masked individuals rushed from the other car and forcibly pulled him out of his SUV. What followed was a swift and violent attack—one that left him wounded, confused, and utterly defenseless on the side of the road. The attackers didn’t exchange any words or make demands. Their cold, calculated assault seemed intentional, leaving fans and investigators questioning the motive behind such a ruthless act.
Moments after the assailants fled, good Samaritans arrived at the scene. One couple made an emergency call while another offered help, attempting to stop the bleeding from a gash on Seungcheol’s forehead. His phone was shattered, and personal belongings were missing, suggesting robbery might’ve been a part of the motive—or perhaps a cover-up for something deeper. He was rushed to the hospital, where he was later confirmed to be in stable condition.
As soon as the news broke, social media platforms ignited with messages of support and confusion. Fans across the world began using hashtags like #JusticeForSCoups and #ProtectSeventeen to demand answers and express their solidarity. Meanwhile, PLEDIS Entertainment, SEVENTEEN’s management agency, released a short statement confirming the attack and assuring fans that Seungcheol was recovering. They also emphasized that they were fully cooperating with law enforcement to uncover the truth and bring the perpetrators to justice.
With speculation swirling, theories about the attack’s motive began to surface—ranging from an obsessive stalker to a fan-turned-hater or even a calculated threat related to the group’s rising fame. As the investigation presses on, one thing is clear: the incident has left fans shaken and more protective of their idols than ever. While S.Coups focuses on healing, both physically and emotionally, the world waits for justice and prays for his full recovery.
