Seoul: Arrested former President Yoon Suk Yeol did not appear for questioning by a special counsel team Tuesday over an investigation into various allegations surrounding his wife, former first lady Kim Keon Hee. Yoon, who is currently in custody at Seoul Detention Center, south of Seoul, did not show up at special counsel Min Joong-ki's office for his scheduled appearance at 10 a.m.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the special counsel team summoned Yoon last week to appear for questioning as it has been looking into allegations of election nomination meddling by him and his wife. The investigation is focused on determining whether there was any undue influence exerted by Yoon and Kim in the nomination process during elections. The inquiry is part of a broader effort to address concerns about political interference in the electoral system.
The special counsel's office has not yet announced any further actions following Yoon's failure to appear. The investigation remains ongoing, and it is unclear whether additional measures will be taken to compel Yoon's participation in the inquiry. The case continues to draw public attention as authorities work to uncover the extent of the alleged misconduct.