Former President Yoon Seok-yeol Captured at a Barley Rice Restaurant in Pangyo… Restaurant Officials Say "No Prior Notification"
It has been revealed that former President Yoon Seok-yeol visited a barley rice restaurant in Pangyo, Seongnam City, Gyeonggi Province, accompanied by what appears to be security personnel.
It has been confirmed that Yoon's spouse, Kim Geon-hee, was not present at this occasion.
On the 28th, Ohmynews released a photo taken around 1:30 PM on the 23rd, showing former President Yoon dining at a restaurant in Pangyo. A restaurant official who was present stated, "We were surprised by former President Yoon's sudden visit," adding, "There was no prior contact regarding security."
"I Don’t Drink Alcohol During the Day" -Direct Mention
According to the restaurant officials, during the meal, when asked if he drinks alcohol, former President Yoon reportedly replied, "I don’t drink alcohol during the day."
Other customers in the restaurant continued their meals quietly without any particular reaction, and it is said that this was the first time for former President Yoon to visit this restaurant.
Former President Yoon left his residence in Hannam-dong, Yongsan District, Seoul, a week after the Constitutional Court's impeachment decision on the 11th and moved to his residence in Acro Vista in Seocho District.
On the 13th, he was spotted walking through the underground shopping mall of Acro Vista with security personnel, and on the 20th, images of him dining with his legal team involved in the impeachment trial were also released.
Photos of the Meal with the Legal Team… Renewed Controversy Over 'Yoon's Heart'
Particularly, the photos released on the 20th showed former President Yoon dining with attorneys Kim Gye-ri and Bae Ui-cheol, which drew attention in the political arena.
On that day, Attorney Kim posted a photo with former President Yoon on his social media, adding, "My first president whom I chose with my own hands. Yoon-buji (Father Yoon Seok-yeol). Be calm and strong."
Attorneys Kim and Bae had announced a press conference on the 17th to launch a new party called 'Yoon Again,' but the schedule was canceled due to admonishments from officials of the People Power Party.
In this context, as images of former President Yoon dining with them were made public, some have interpreted this as an indication of his intent regarding the movement to establish a new party.
Trial for 'Leader of Rebellion' Charges Ongoing
Meanwhile, former President Yoon is currently on trial at the Central District Court for charges of being the 'leader of rebellion.'
He was indicted while in custody, but the court recently decided to lift the custody order, allowing him to proceed with the trial in a non-custodial status. The court has indicated that it will conduct a strict trial for fair proceedings.
Image sources: youtube 'Ohmytv', Former President Yoon Seok-yeol / News1, left is Attorney Kim Gye-ri, right is Attorney Bae Ui-cheol / facebook 'Kim Gye-ri'
