91 Investigators Selected as 'Investigation Aces' Within the Police Force

Implementation of Investigation Authority Adjustment and Launch of National Investigation Headquarters in January Next Year
Roles Including Securing Investigation Expertise

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Gwan-joo] Ahead of the implementation of the adjustment of investigative authority between the police and prosecution on January 1 next year, 'responsible investigators,' the 'investigation aces' within the police, have been selected. The responsible investigators, chosen through a strict process, are expected to enhance the police's investigative expertise and establish a responsible investigation system.

The National Police Agency announced on the 28th that it selected 91 responsible investigators on the 24th of this month. A total of 2,192 police officers applied for the responsible investigator positions, and among them, 1,924 took the selection exam on the 5th of this month and were finally chosen.

By field, 59 were selected in criminal investigation, 26 in general investigation, and 6 in cyber investigation, mainly from the ranks of Lieutenant, Captain, and Superintendent.

With the National Investigation Headquarters (Guksubon), which will oversee police investigations, scheduled to launch in January next year, the responsible investigators are expected to serve as the top investigative experts within the police. A National Police Agency official explained, "Being a responsible investigator is a certification of investigative expertise," adding, "Each year, a small elite group will be selected as responsible investigators, and they will be able to hold key positions such as section chiefs and team leaders within Guksubon."

Meanwhile, the police plan to conduct the second responsible investigator selection exam in June next year.

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