The body of a North Korean defector in her 30s was discovered in an apartment in Paju, Gyeonggi Province.
According to Yonhap News and police reports, the woman, identified as A, was found dead at around 10:35 a.m. on September 9 in an apartment located in Wadong-dong, Paju.
Police, in coordination with fire authorities, entered the apartment after failing to contact A and discovered her body. At the time of discovery, the body showed significant signs of decomposition, and an autopsy indicated evidence of foul play.
Authorities believe the crime occurred in early August and are pursuing B, A's former partner, as a primary suspect. B is reported to have left the country following the incident.
Police are seeking assistance from Interpol to track B's whereabouts.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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