South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Moved to Solitary Cell After Formal Arrest
SEOUL, Jan 20 (Bernama-Yonhap) – Detained South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been moved to a solitary cell at the Seoul Detention Centre’s general wing after he was placed under formal arrest over the weekend, a correctional official said Monday.
Transfer to General Detention Wing
He was transferred to the 12-square-metre cell at the detention centre in Uiwang, south of Seoul, on Sunday after the Seoul Western District Court issued a warrant for his formal arrest, Yonhap News Agency reported, citing Shin Yong-hae, commissioner general of the Korea Correctional Service.
Cooperation with Official Procedures
"(Yoon) was moved from a holding room for suspects to the general detention wing, and (I) received a report that he spent the night well," Shin told lawmakers during a session of the National Assembly’s legislation and judiciary committee.
The official told lawmakers that Yoon cooperated with official procedures for his detention, such as taking a mug shot and undergoing a physical exam, noting that a personal correctional officer has been designated for his safety.
Security Measures
Shin said his office is also cooperating with the police and the Presidential Security Service to ensure security amid concerns over Yoon’s supporters possibly taking drastic action, such as attempting to free the detained president.
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Conclusion
The detention of President Yoon Suk Yeol marks a significant development in the ongoing political crisis in South Korea. The government has taken measures to ensure the president’s safety and security, while also cooperating with official procedures for his detention.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the reason for President Yoon Suk Yeol’s detention?
A: The president was placed under formal arrest over the weekend after the Seoul Western District Court issued a warrant for his arrest.
Q: Where is President Yoon Suk Yeol being held?
A: He is being held in a solitary cell at the Seoul Detention Centre’s general wing.
Q: What measures are being taken to ensure the president’s safety and security?
A: The government has designated a personal correctional officer for the president’s safety, and is also cooperating with the police and the Presidential Security Service to ensure security.