Archive · 24 Jun 2025
S. Korean Prosecutor Seeks Arrest Warrant for Ex-President Yoon
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing another legal challenge.
A special prosecutor wants to arrest him for obstruction, which is like trying to stop an investigation.
He's also already being tried for leading an insurrection, which is a serious crime that could lead to the death penalty.
This all happened because he tried to impose martial law, and then fought the authorities when they tried to arrest him.
His actions also caused a quick election for a new president.
Special prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.
The warrant is for obstruction charges related to a failed martial law bid.
Yoon is facing a criminal trial for insurrection charges and the death penalty.
Yoon resisted arrest in January and was released after 52 days.
The martial law attempt led to a snap presidential election.
- Who
- Yoon Suk Yeol, former South Korean President, and the special prosecutor
- What
- Special prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for former President Yoon Suk Yeol.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- South Korea
- Why
- Obstruction charges related to his botched martial law bid.
Accusations
Defense
Insurrection Charges
Accusations
Yoon is accused of masterminding an insurrection.
Defense
N/A
Obstruction of Justice
Accusations
Yoon is accused of obstruction.
Defense
N/A
- Defendant
- Yoon Suk Yeol
- Charges
- Obstruction and insurrection
- Prosecutor
- Special Prosecutor
- Potential Penalty
- Death or life in prison
- Recent Action
- Seeking arrest warrant
