📰 First Interrogation of Handcuffed Kim Keon-hee After Arrest – Special Counsel Probes Election Interference Allegations
Kim Keon-hee, the wife of former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, underwent her first interrogation under arrest today at the special counsel’s office in Gwanghwamun, Seoul.
Arriving at 9:53 a.m. in a Justice Ministry transport vehicle, Kim was reportedly handcuffed but allowed to wear personal clothes instead of a prison uniform, according to regulations. The interrogation began immediately, without breaks or private meetings, and her entry into the building was not exposed to the public.
🚔 How the Arrival Was Handled
The special counsel’s office has a standard procedure for detained suspects, allowing the transport vehicle to drive directly into the underground parking lot. No photo line was set up at the building’s main entrance, preventing media from capturing her arrival.
🕵️♂️ Investigation Focus: Election & Nomination Interference
Today’s questioning centers on allegations of illegal election involvement and nomination interference.
The special counsel team stated that they plan to examine each allegation in detail through multiple rounds of questioning.
During her first session on August 6, Kim reportedly denied most accusations. Investigators aim to confront her with conflicting testimonies from other witnesses and clarify the discrepancies.
👩⚖️ Legal Team & Future Appearances
Kim’s legal representatives — Choi Ji-woo, Chae Myung-sung, and Yoo Jung-hwa — were present during the interrogation.
Her team has not yet confirmed whether she will comply with future summonses.
🩺 Health Concerns Raised by Defense
Kim’s lawyers claim that she has eaten very little since being placed in solitary confinement at the detention center, except for a snack after her court hearing two days ago. They suggested that her health condition could affect the length of today’s questioning, though it is expected to last several hours.
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