South Korean former President Yoon Suk Yeol attended a court hearing on Wednesday to review a special prosecutor’s request to arrest and detain him, as part of an investigation into his short-lived declaration of martial law last year.
Seoul Central District Court began hearing arguments from the special counsel team, led by special prosecutor Cho Eun-suk. Cho is pursuing additional charges against Yoon in connection with his Dec. 3, 2024, decree, including allegations of abuse of power, obstruction of official duties, and falsification of official documents.
Cho’s team said it is applying for detention because the former president poses a threat to destroy evidence; however, Yoon’s lawyers said the request is excessive and made without evidence….
Former South Korean President Yoon Appears in Court on Possible Detention Warrant
