Han Byeong-do, the acting leader of the Democratic Party and floor leader, urged the police on August 6 to take seriously the public's growing concerns regarding the Jang Yoon-ki case. He emphasized that with increased authority comes the responsibility to demonstrate fairness and transparency in investigations.
During a policy coordination meeting held at the National Assembly, Han stated, "From the police leadership to frontline investigators, you must transform with the mindset that the organization's fate is at stake."
He added that effective oversight of police investigative powers and significant reforms within the police force are critical tasks for the new criminal justice system.
Han also called on the Ministry of the Interior and Safety to ensure that the Serious Crime Investigation Agency, set to function as South Korea's version of the FBI, recruits personnel with extensive investigative experience and expertise. The agency's workforce is confirmed to consist of 2,874 members and is scheduled to launch on October 2.
He concluded by noting that there are less than two months until the new criminal justice system is established, promising that the Democratic Party will work diligently to ensure a smooth launch, echoing President Lee Jae-myung's call for high accountability and ethical awareness.
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