South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been arrested by authorities after a dramatic hours-long standoff at his residence in Seoul. Yoon is facing charges of insurrection following an unsuccessful attempt to impose martial law, making him the first sitting president in South Korea’s history to be arrested.
The arrest came after a tense standoff with Yoon’s security staff and supporters, during which investigators had to use ladders and wirecutters to enter his residence. Yoon, who had been holed up for weeks, agreed to the interrogation at the Corruption Investigation Office in order to prevent any bloodshed.
This is not the first time that authorities have tried to arrest Yoon, as there was an unsuccessful attempt earlier this month. The charges of insurrection stem from his failed attempt to impose martial law in the country.
This development has sent shockwaves through South Korea, as it is unprecedented for a sitting president to be arrested. The investigation into Yoon’s actions and the events leading up to his arrest is ongoing.
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