[Anchor’s Comment]
We continue with news on the insurrection special prosecution trial.
The first trial of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who is charged with aiding insurrection, is set to conclude its hearing procedures this week, with a verdict expected in January next year.
As this represents the court’s first judgment on the insurrection case, it is expected to serve as a benchmark for other related cases.
This is Hyun Ji-ho reporting.
[Reporter]
The first trial of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who is charged with aiding insurrection, is nearing its end.
The court has been expediting the trial by holding hearings twice a week this month and even issuing subpoenas for non-appearing witnesses.
[Interview: Lee Jin-kwan / Chief Judge, Criminal Division 33, Seoul Central District Court (on the 19th)]
– “Since the warrant is issued as a coercive measure, the individual’s intention is not considered.”
Today marks the eleventh hearing, and in the final hearing scheduled for the day after tomorrow, the special prosecution on insurrection is expected to present its sentencing recommendation, followed by former Prime Minister Han’s final statement.
A first instance verdict is expected by the end of January next year, approximately six months after the trial began.
As this is the first court ruling for a cabinet member charged with insurrection, it is anticipated to influence other ongoing insurrection trials.
In another courtroom today, the trial concerning former President Yoon Suk-yeol as the leader of the insurrection will also take place.
Former Counterintelligence Commander Yeon In-hyung is set to testify regarding the list of politicians targeted for arrest during last year’s emergency martial law.
Previously, former President Yoon clashed during trial with former NIS Deputy Director Hong Jang-won over the arrest list.
[Interview: Yoon Suk-yeol / Former President (on the 20th)]
– “The call duration is available, and I stated it was 21 seconds. Just 21 seconds.”
As the investigative period by Special Prosecutor Chae Hae-byung concludes this Friday, the trial on the case of alleged investigation interference involving 12 indicted individuals, including former President Yoon, is set to gain momentum.
This is MBN News, Hyun Ji-ho.
Video Editing: Yoo Soo-jin
Graphics: Kwon Ye-ji