Police take aim at loan sharks as illegal lenders threaten victims with nude photos, public shaming 2026.7.22
Warrant sought for main investigator in Gwangju murder case Police have sought to detain the lead investigator in the Gwangju high school murder case over allegations that key evidence was destroyed or left unpreserved. 2026.7.7
Vacancies at top investigative posts benefit only criminals (KOR) With top police and prosecution posts left unfilled for months, concerns are growing over accountability, stability and the country’s ability to fight crime. 2026.7.1
Vacancies at top investigative posts benefit only criminals With top police and prosecution posts left unfilled for months, concerns are growing over accountability, stability and the country’s ability to fight crime. 2026.6.30
Police strengthen patrols as random killing of high school student in Gwangju fuels public fear Police said Friday they will step up patrols and inspections after the recent random killing of a female high school student in the southwestern city of Gwangju sparked public anxiety. 2026.5.8
Police declare crackdown on 'no-show' scams The Korean National Police Agency is cracking down on 'no-show' scams involving impersonators. A special surrender period has been established for suspects to turn themselves in. 2025.5.20
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