25.06.27.Today News : Kim Keon-hee Discharged in a Wheelchair Amid Special Probe Preparations

Kim Keon-hee Discharged in a Wheelchair Amid Special Probe Preparations

• Wife of former President Yoon leaves hospital after 11 days; vows to comply with investigation when formally summoned

Kim Keon-hee, wife of former President Yoon Suk-yeol, was discharged from Seoul Asan Medical Center on June 27, 11 days after being hospitalized due to depression and chronic illness. Her legal team clarified that her health has not significantly improved and that she will continue treatment at home.

Gunhee Kim is being discharged from the hospital in a wheelchair. It's a picture you've seen a lot.

At approximately 4:00 p.m. on June 27, Kim Keon-hee left Seoul Asan Medical Center in Songpa-gu, Seoul, in a wheelchair. Her husband, former President Yoon Suk-yeol, was seen assisting her as she exited the hospital. Kim had been hospitalized since June 16 for undisclosed chronic health issues, reportedly related to depression.

Attorney Choi Ji-woo, representing Kim, stated that “her discharge does not indicate significant recovery” and explained, “she will receive treatment at home, as extended hospitalization was physically and mentally burdensome.”

Kim’s discharge comes just as the special counsel probe into her alleged misconduct is set to begin. Known as the "Kim Keon-hee special counsel," the investigation is expected to examine allegations related to stock manipulation and involvement in government affairs during her husband’s presidency.

When asked about potential questioning by the special prosecutor, Choi responded, “If there is a legitimate and lawful summons, she will fully cooperate with the investigation,” while noting that no official request had been made yet.

Kim Hyung-geun, the deputy special counsel, told reporters that “all proceedings will be carried out according to legal principles.” Regarding the possibility of a private or non-public summons, he replied, “We will proceed strictly by the book.”

The special counsel team is reportedly preparing to summon Kim Keon-hee for questioning in the near future. Her release from the hospital is likely to accelerate the timing of her first appearance for investigation.

One-line summary : Kim Keon-hee was discharged from the hospital after 11 days and stated she would cooperate with the special counsel if lawfully summoned.