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In addition to Jang Mi-ran, there are other cases... Police conduct a comprehensive investigation into 'false termination' of missing persons cases

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In the ongoing search for a 30-year-old woman, 60-year-old male Jeong Min was discovered after being missing for 50 days. Initially, both cases were reported, but "contact was established" and the incident was deemed a "self-conclusion" by the police officer. The National Police Agency's deputy chief apologized, but the issue of police systems allowing officers to cover up incidents remains unresolved.

Jeong Min's family reported his disappearance to the police last month, but the case was closed by Jeju City's Sub-Departmental Crime Investigation Team's deputy chief. The deputy chief claimed the "person is fine" but was subsequently fired for false reporting. Family members reported Jeong Min's disappearance again after learning about it through the media, leading to his discovery through a mobile phone location tracking.

The deputy chief has been accused of falsifying records, including a missed call to his sister's phone. Police have conducted a massive search, but the lack of CCTV footage for the past month has hindered the investigation. The National Police Agency is conducting an investigation into instances of false reporting of missing persons.

The current system allows officers to delete cases without managerial approval, leading to calls for additional oversight mechanisms, such as a double-check system.

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·hani.co.kr

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