K-pop boy band star Jonghyun dies at age 27

Kim Jong-hyun, frontrunner of K-pop boy band SHINee, died on Monday, according to South Korean media reports. His death is believed to be a suicide.

The 27-year-old, known as Jonghyun, was reportedly found unconscious at an apartment in southern Seoul, per Yonhap News. According to Yonhap News’ report, Jong-hyun experienced cardiac arrest and was transported to a hospital but never regained consciousness.

Though the cause of death is still unclear, investigators reportedly discovered burnt coal in a frying pan upon entering the apartment and suspect Jonghyun died from inhaling toxic fumes. Read more…

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Source: Mashable | K-pop boy band star Jonghyun dies at age 27