South Korean Culture Minister Cho Yoon-sun was formally arrested by investigators Saturday over her suspected involvement in the blacklisting of cultural figures deemed critical of the conservative government. 
According to Korean News Agency (Yonhap), the Seoul Central District Court issued a warrant to arrest Cho on charges of abuse of authority and perjury. It also issued an arrest warrant for former presidential chief of staff Kim Ki-choon, accused of masterminding the blacklisting. 
The court said their criminal facts have been substantiated and the suspects could destroy evidence. With the decision, Cho became the first incumbent minister in the country's history to be put behind bars. 
Later in the day, Cho offered to resign and Acting President and Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn said he will promptly accept her resignation, adding he finds the latest developments regrettable.

Source: QNA