The Itaewon disaster special investigation committee will attempt to meet with former President Yoon Suk-yeol on October 10 after their initial visit was canceled due to administrative reasons.
The Special Investigation Committee for the Itaewon disaster, which aims to uncover the truth and prevent future occurrences, attempted to meet with former President Yoon Suk-yeol at the Seoul Detention Center. However, their visit was unsuccessful as they were informed that it could not proceed due to an administrative enforcement schedule at the center, though specific details were not disclosed regarding what the administration entailed. This situation indicates a significant procedural complication involving the former president's legal circumstances.
In light of the failed attempt to meet, the committee has decided to reschedule the visit for the morning of October 10. The aim is to press Yoon to attend a hearing that is set for the 12th to 13th of October. The committee views Yoon as a critical witness to the events surrounding the Itaewon disaster, making his participation in the inquiry essential for achieving accountability and understanding what went wrong during the incident.
Prior to this, Yoon had sent a handwritten letter to the committee, stating that he would be unable to attend the hearing due to pending criminal trials. In response, the committee has proactively sought to adjust court schedules to facilitate Yoon’s appearance, highlighting the challenge they face in navigating legal hurdles while pursuing a thorough investigation into the tragedy.
