President Yoon 'refuses to testify', claims investigation is illegal

In the meantime, President Yoon stays put in the Seoul Detention Center after refusing to testify on Thursday.

According to his legal team, he won't show up for Friday's questioning either.

Our Kim Jung-sil reports.

President Yoon Suk Yeol continues to refuse investigative procedures.

The Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials notified Yoon to attend questioning at 10AM on Friday, but his legal team has indicated he will not comply.

Since his arrest on Wednesday, Yoon has remained silent.

During his initial 10-hour interrogation, he declined to answer questions, verify his testimony, or sign documents.

On Thursday, he delayed a second round of questioning due to health concerns and ultimately skipped the rescheduled session.

The President has consistently argued that the investigation by the CIO is illegal, but legal experts disagree.

"It's true that CIO does not have specific jurisdiction over insurrection But what they do have is the jurisdiction to look at any related crime And here they are investigating Yoon's abuse of office. So it's entirely within their jurisdiction so there's absolutely no problem."

Professor Cho added that despite Yoon's silence, the CIO would still be able to indict him.

Yoon is currently being held in a pretrial detention cell, separate from other detainees.

The facility provides basic amenities, including a bed, table, and private restroom.

He is being given the same food as provided to other detainees, costing around 1,700 KRW or about U.S. $1.20 per serving to make.

The Justice Ministry has assigned a special team to monitor Yoon's safety around the clock.

Meanwhile, Yoon's legal team has filed complaints against top investigators, arguing his arrest was illegal and vowing to challenge the investigation.

Officials are considering stronger measures, such as forcibly escorting Yoon to questioning or conducting an on-site interview.

Kim Jung-sil, Arirang News.