Ladies' Code Member Rise Dies Two Days after EunB's Funeral; Was Listed as Critical Following Van Accident

More sad news coming out of the K-Pop world following last week'd bus accident involving girl group Ladies' Code. Member Rise was listed as critical following the accident and passed away Sunday morning (September 7), according to Billboard. The performer had undergone hours of surgery to repair damage to her head and legs but she never regained consciousness following the incident. She was 23 years old.

Member EunB was killed immediately in the accident, which took place September 3. Her funeral was carried out on September 5, with only members Ashley and Zuny able to attend. Last member SoJung remains hospitalized with injuries listed as "major," although no indication has been given what impact they'll have on her future as a performer. Zuny wore a neck brace at the funeral but appears to be healthy considering.

The K-Pop scene-fans and performers alike-came out with strong sympathy and tribute once again as they did following EunB's death. The group's hit "I'm Fine Thank You" remained no. 1 on the Korean charts, unfortunately for the first time in the group's career that it had reached such a peak. #RIPRise became the no. 1 trending topic in the world on Twitter following the announcement of her passing.

Investigations continue to see if any criminal activity was involved in the fatal accident, such as the driver behaving recklessly. The fire department in the case has denied rumors that the performers may not have been wearing seat belts however. The accident apparently occurred when the back wheel of the fan came off and the vehicle, already driving on a wet road, crashed into a barrier.