Wed Apr 16 04:41:52 UTC 2025: ## South Korean Police Raid Yoon Suk Yeol’s Offices Amidst Impeachment Probe
**Seoul, South Korea –** South Korean police conducted raids on the offices of former President Yoon Suk Yeol and his security detail on April 16, 2025, as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. The raids, which included the seizure of encrypted phone servers and CCTV footage, are connected to the former president’s impeachment and subsequent arrest in January.
Yoon, who was impeached after declaring martial law and resisting arrest for weeks, is currently on trial for insurrection charges. Monday marked the first day of his trial, which is expected to last for months. The police investigation focuses on alleged obstruction of the arrest warrant execution during the January standoff at Yoon’s residence, where his loyal security detail created significant obstacles for law enforcement. The investigation also involves a separate probe into former interior minister Lee Sang-min.
Yoon denies the insurrection charges. His next court appearance is scheduled for April 21st. The raids represent a significant escalation in the investigation into the actions of the former president and his administration following his controversial attempt to resist the impeachment process.
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