After President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law on December 3, Colonel Kim Chang-hak, the Military Police Chief of the Capital Defense Command, communicated with his colleague, Colonel Park Sung-il, expressing concerns about the historical significance of the events.
Colonel Park complained about the challenges and chaos they faced, comparing it to the Korean War and questioning the president's intentions.
The call took place just after midnight on December 4, during which they discussed the unexpected and abnormal situation of martial law being declared.
There were logistical and command issues in organizing regional martial law commands, and some orders were not issued, leading to confusion and dissatisfaction among the military personnel involved.
The investigation into the actions taken during this period revealed evidence of improprieties, and it was suggested that those responsible should face strict consequences to prevent similar occurrences in the future.