Former Commander Lee Jin-woo of the Army's Capital Defense Command is being investigated for allegedly providing false testimonies during the impeachment trial of former President Yoon Seok-yeol. He appeared at a police investigation unit in Seoul on the morning of the 13th as a suspect, following a subpoena. The investigation into Lee's testimony is part of a broader inquiry into allegations of documented perjuries made by various individuals during significant political trials in Korea.

During the impeachment trial, Lee testified that he did not receive instructions from any minister or the president to direct members of the National Assembly regarding the suspension of martial law. This statement was disputed by civic groups, leading to formal complaints against Lee, as well as against former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun and former Chief of Counterintelligence Yeon Hyung, accusing them of perjury. This situation highlights the intense scrutiny surrounding high-profile political figures and the possible consequences of their testimonies in legal proceedings.

The police are currently continuing their investigation following the completion of the Special Prosecutor's Office's three-pronged inquiry into insurrection, the first lady's alleged scandal, and the deaths of marines in service. After the Lunar New Year holiday, a new special investigation team is expected to take over the case, indicating that Lee's situation could change significantly in the coming months as these investigations unfold.